Obituaries
JoAnn Sanders
Sep 9, 2025
Ms. JoAnn Sanders, age 86, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Ms. Sanders was born September 12, 1938, in Rome, Georgia, daughter of the late Frances “Bill” Blankenship and Racheal Ayers Blankenship.
Ms. Sanders retired from Goodyear Tire Company after many years of hard work and dedication. She later opened “Jo’s Family Restaurant,” where she could do what she loved most—cooking for...
Randolph "Randy" Thompson, Sr.
Sep 9, 2025
Mr. Randolph “Randy” Thompson, Sr., age 71, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Mr. Thompson was born May 9, 1954, in Cedartown, Georgia, son of the late Theodore Wesson “TW” “Jabbo” Thompson and Martha Herzig Thompson.
Mr. Thompson had a fulfilling career as a detail officer for the Georgia State Department of Corrections. He was happiest outdoors—hunting, fishing, boating, or cooking on...
Patricia "Patsy" Easterwood
Sep 8, 2025
Mrs. Patricia “Patsy” Easterwood, age 75, passed away Monday, September 8, 2025.
Patsy was born November 26, 1949, in Cedartown, Georgia, daughter of the late Seals Richardson and Mary Hannah Richardson.
Patsy was a talented seamstress who spent twenty-seven years at Arrow Shirt Company, but her greatest joy was found in the simple things, like tending to her yard and caring for...
Angie Lee Lorrens
Sep 4, 2025
Mrs. Angie Lee Lorrens, age 75, of Cedartown, passed away surrounded by loved ones, Thursday, September 4, 2025.
Mrs. Lorrens was born July 2, 1950, in Rome, Georgia, daughter of the late George Anderson and Edna Bowen Anderson.
Mrs. Lorrens was a giving person who was known for her heart for others. She had a special love of couponing, and found joy...
Greg Gray
Sep 1, 2025
Mr. Greg Gray, age 72, passed away Monday, September 1, 2025.
Mr. Gray was born January 23, 1953, in Vincennes, Indiana, son of the late David Gray and Jacqueline “Jackie” MaryAnn Thorne Gray.
Mr. Gray proudly served our nation in the United States Navy, a commitment that reflected the deep sense of duty and service that would define his life. He would...
Aaron Little
Aug 29, 2025
Mr. Aaron Little, age 81, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025. He was born April 1, 1944, a son of the late Willard M. Little and Dollie Powell Little
Aaron honorably served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he earned a Bronze Star for his courage and dedication. He had a wide array of hobbies and...
Terence Lamonte Drayton
Aug 20, 2025
Terence Lamonte Drayton, age 56, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on August 20, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on July 4, 1969, in New York, New York, Terence lived a full life of strength, love, and wisdom. Terence was preceded in death by his parents, the late John Drayton and Brenda Lloyd Drayton.
He leaves behind his devoted wife, Quishantia B....
James "Jimmy" Minge
Aug 18, 2025
Mr. James Bruce “Jimmy” Minge, age 79, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025.
Mr. Minge was born December 3, 1945, in Rome, Georgia, son of the late Walter Bruce Minge and Neill Morris Minge.
Mr. Minge was a dedicated member of the Caledonia Masonic Lodge # 121. One of Mr. Minge’s passions in life was riding and showing horses. He had a...
Maryse James
Aug 17, 2025
Maryse F. James was born April 2, 1928, in Algeria, North Africa which at that time was a department of France. War played a major role in her life. She was eleven when World War II was declared and seventeen when it finally ended. It was at this time that she met Arthur D. James, a young American Army officer...
Patrick Alden Tibbetts
Aug 16, 2025
Mr. Patrick Alden Tibbetts, age 75, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Mr. Tibbetts was born November 22, 1949, in Connersville, Indiana, son of the late Jerry Tibbetts and Margaret Jones Tibbetts.
Mr. Tibbetts was a skilled computer engineer. He enjoyed traveling, and especially loved trips to the beach. He had a special interest in Hot Rod cars and was most relaxed...
Eddie Wayne Mathis
Aug 12, 2025
Mr. Eddie Wayne Mathis, age 65, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
Mr. Mathis was born June 3, 1960, in Rome, Georgia, son of the late Paul Mathis and Martha Hurst Mathis.
Mr. Mathis loved any time spent outdoors, and especially enjoyed fishing and camping. No matter the occasion, Mr. Mathis always kept an upbeat demeanor. He was known for his giving...
Dewey Daniel Thomas, Jr.
Aug 7, 2025
Dewey Daniel Thomas, Jr., 73, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 7, 2025 in Rome, Georgia. He was born November 25, 1951 in Spencer, West Virginia to the late Dewey Daniel Thomas, Sr. and the late Frances Emma (Bowley) Thomas.
He married Debra Brown in 1973, and they settled in south Floyd County, Georgia. He was a veteran, having served for 1...
Glenn Campbell
Aug 6, 2025
Polk County lost a legend this week. Mr. Glenn Wade Campbell of Rockmart, Georgia, left this earth on August 6, 2025. Glenn was born on June 5, 1948. He was the son of the late Billy Campbell and Tommie Lou Simpson Campbell, and was raised on Grady Road in Rockmart, Georgia.
Glenn was raised helping on the family farm, milking cows...
Gary Lackey
Aug 5, 2025
Mr. Gary Lackey, age 65, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Mr. Lackey was born June 27, 1960, in Cedartown, Georgia, son of Mary Vines Beatenbaugh and the late Hubert Lackey.
Mr. Lackey enjoyed the simple things in life like afternoons spent fishing, and listening to country music. He had a special appreciation for collectible cars. His presence will be deeply missed...
Isaiah Andrew Neal
Jul 28, 2025
Mr. Isaiah Andrew Neal, age 32, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025.
Isaiah was born December 3, 1992, in Akron, Ohio, son of Michael Manning and Elizabeth (Neal) Manning.
Isaiah was a gifted artist and musician. He loved to spend time playing his guitar. Above all, Isaiah will be remembered for his giving and loving spirit.
Isaiah is preceded in death by a...
Clyde William Runyon
Jul 21, 2025
Mr. Clyde William Runyon, age 81, of Cedartown, passed away, Monday, July 21, 2025.
Mr. Runyon was born May 15, 1944, in Cedartown, Georgia, son of the late Tom Runyon and Pauline Hampton Runyon.
Mr. Runyon spent the entirety of his life in Polk County, Georgia. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church. Mr. Runyon was a hardworking individual, having worked...
Jesse Ray Baker
Jul 19, 2025
Mr. Jesse Ray Baker, age 37, passed away, Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Jesse was born August 11, 1987, in Carrollton, Georgia.
Jesse worked hard to build a successful career in the automotive industry. His dedication and work ethic led him to become a manager at Nalley Hyundai of Lithonia. He was a jokester by nature, and was known for his many pranks...
Thomas "Tommy" Lockridge
Jul 7, 2025
Mr. Thomas “Tommy” Lockridge, age 65, of Cedartown passed away Monday, July 7, 2025.
Mr. Lockridge was born January 17, 1960, in Rome, Georgia, son of the late Perry Lockridge, Jr. and the late Beverly Raiford Lockridge.
Mr. Lockridge is survived by his children: Lacey Sanchez and Thomas "T.J." Lockridge, Jr. both of Walhalla, South Carolina; nine grandchildren; sisters, Cathi Weider and...
"Bettye" Elizabeth Conaway LaPann
Jul 7, 2025
Mrs. Bettye Elizabeth Conaway LaPann, age 76, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025.
Mrs. LaPann was born January 22, 1949, in Fort Payne, Alabama, daughter of the late William Henry Conaway and Edna Dorothy Dunn Conaway.
Mrs. LaPann was a devoted Baptist who loved and served the Lord throughout her life. She was a faithful member of Victory Baptist Church, where her...
JoAnn McCrickard
Jun 25, 2025
Mrs. JoAnn McCrickard, age 87, of Cedartown, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Mrs. McCrickard was born April 18, 1938, in Cedartown, Georgia.
Mrs. McCrickard known lovingly as “Mama” to so many, she was full of life and always ready for an adventure. She loved to travel, never missing a chance to explore new places and meet new faces. A visit to...
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