Obituaries

Patrick West "Pat" Casey, Sr.

Patrick West "Pat" Casey, Sr.

Dec 23, 2023

Mr. Patrick West “Pat” Casey, Sr., age 86, of Cedartown, GA passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his family following a brief illness.

Mr. Casey was born in Cedartown on January 12, 1937, a son of the late Robert Franklin “Pappy” Casey, Sr. and the late Martha Elizabeth “Patty” West Casey. Pat had lived the greater part of his life...

Donald Cary Robinson

Donald Cary Robinson

Dec 22, 2023

Mr. Donald Cary “Don” Robinson, age 67, of Cedartown, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023.

Mr. Robinson was born, March 27, 1956, in Rome, Georgia, son of the late William Bedford Robinson and Mary Lois Westfield Robinson.

Mr. Robinson had a great passion for education, having been an Alumni of Jacksonville State University and the University of West Georgia. Mr. Robinson had...

Linda Mcclanahan

Linda Mcclanahan

Dec 13, 2023

Ms. Linda McClanahan, age 69, passed away, Wednesday, December 13, 2023.

Ms. McClanahan was born in Cedartown, Georgia, August 5, 1954, daughter of the late W.C. “Son” Timms and Evelyn Davis Timms.

Ms. McClanahan was of the Baptist Faith and a faithful member of Friendly Baptist Church. She was a lover of music and arts and crafts. Ms. McClanahan was an employee...

Jeanette  Kay  Hilliard

Jeanette Kay Hilliard

Dec 12, 2023

Ms. Jeanette Kay Hilliard, age 69, passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

Jeanette was born October 15, 1954, in Lindale, Georgia, the daughter of the late Grady Lee Hilliard and Virginia DeHart Hilliard.

Jeanette enjoyed the simple things in life and had a deep appreciation for nature and flowers. She was especially fond of hummingbird watching; and was always up for an...

Judy Short

Judy Short

Dec 6, 2023

Mrs. Judy Short, age 67, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023.

Judy was born September 26, 1956, in Arab, Alabama, the daughter of Sidney Baker and Wanza Knight Cooter.

Judy loved being outside and working in her yard. She always enjoyed going shopping and searching for bargains. Above all, she loved her family deeply and her presence in their lives will be...

Daniel  Campos

Daniel Campos

Nov 28, 2023

Mr. Daniel Campos, age 62, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

Daniel was born on July 24, 1961 to his parents: Rito Campos and Maria Isabel Tiscareno.

Mr. Campos was a hard working family man that provided for his beloved family. He enjoyed listening to music and enjoyed cooking authentic foods.  

He is survived by his loving wife,...

Terry  Vernon

Terry Vernon

Nov 26, 2023

Ms. Terry Vernon passed away, Sunday, November 26, 2023.

Terry was born December 12, 1959, in Merced, California, the daughter of the late Phyllis Barrett.

Terry was a very creative person and enjoyed coloring and painting. She loved the outdoors and working in her garden.

In addition to her mother, Terry was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Barrett, and Danny King;...

Patricia Brown

Patricia Brown

Nov 24, 2023

Mrs. Patricia Brown, age 65, of Cedartown passed away Friday, November 24, 2023.

Mrs. Brown was born in Cedartown on October 15, 1958, to her parents Jimmy Smith and Barbara Hopkins Smith. Patricia enjoyed reading and above all she loved her family.

She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Leo Brown; daughter, Stephanie Phillips and her husband, Derek; grandchildren,...

Mary Wilson

Mary Wilson

Nov 21, 2023

Mrs. Mary Vines Wilson, age 63, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

Mrs. Wilson was born November 18, 1960, in Cedartown, Georgia, the daughter of the late Reverend Robert Vines, Sr. and Shirley Flatt Vines.

Mrs. Wilson could always bring a smile or laughter into a room. She was dedicated to her family for whom she loved and prayed for daily. She...

Stanley  Hester

Stanley Hester

Nov 19, 2023

Mr. Stanley Hester, age 57, of Rome, GA , passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023.

Stanley was born on March 6, 1966 to Eddie McSwain and  his late mother, Lois Tibbs. Stanley worked as a carpenter for many years and enjoyed spending time outdoors. He loved to go hunting, fishing and riding his motorcycle and spending time with his family...

John  Pilgrim

John Pilgrim

Nov 17, 2023

Mr. John Henry Pilgrim, age 74, of Cedartown, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023.

Mr. Pilgrim was born January 30, 1949, in Cedartown, Georgia, the son of the late Thomas Virgil Pilgrim and Martha Anderson Pilgrim.

Mr. Pilgrim was a native of Cedartown, having graduated from Cedartown High School, Class of 1966. Even as a young man Mr. Pilgrim has always had...

Michael  Wayne Soistman

Michael Wayne Soistman

Nov 16, 2023

Mr. Michael Wayne Soistman passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023.

Mr. Soistman was born August 10, 1951, in Baltimore, Maryland, to his late parents, Herbert and Barbara Soistman.

While there are so many admirable qualities that defined him, Mr. Soistman could be best described as a loving, devoted and caring husband to his beloved wife, father to his fur babies, and grandfather.

In...

Ova Belle Wray

Ova Belle Wray

Nov 16, 2023

Mrs. Ova Belle Morris Wray passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023.

Mrs. Wray was born December 3, 1933, in Buchanan, Georgia, the daughter of the late Euel Morris and Nancy Shoemaker Morris.

Mrs. Wray lived a long and fulfilling life, almost reaching her ninetieth birthday. She was a dynamic person, adventurous in nature, and known for her competitive spirit. She had many...

Anita  Kerry  Wanek

Anita Kerry Wanek

Nov 14, 2023

Miss Anita Kerry Wanek, age 74, passed away, Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

Anita was born October 31, 1949, in Anderson, South Carolina, daughter of Lawrence Wanek and Lee Bailey Wanek.

Miss Wanek had a passion for education, having graduated as the valedictorian of her high school class. She then went on to obtain higher education at the University of Wisconsin, double majoring...

Alfred "Al" Kunde, Jr.

Alfred "Al" Kunde, Jr.

Nov 14, 2023

Alfred Kunde Jr., affectionately known as "Big Al" of Cedartown, GA, went to be with his Lord on November 14, 2023 at home surrounded by those he loved.

Al was born on December 30, 1924 in St Joseph, MI to Alfred Kunde Sr. and Helen Marie Davis.

Al was a military man having served in the United States Navy during WWII aboard...

Susan  L.  Frye

Susan L. Frye

Nov 10, 2023

Mrs. Susan L. Frye, age 66, of Cedartown passed away Friday, November 10, 2023.

Susan was born January 2, 1957, to her parents James Frye and Dorothy “Dot” Hunt Frye.

Susan was a person who loved being active outside working in the yard and playing with her dogs. If inside, she could be found listening to music or cooking. She was proud...

David  "Duwayne"  Jarrell

David "Duwayne" Jarrell

Oct 29, 2023

Mr. David “DuWayne” Jarrell, age 69, passed away, Sunday, October 29, 2023.

DuWayne was born, August 23, 1954, in Greenville, South Carolina, to the late Talmadge and Marie Jarrell.

DuWayne was a 1972 graduate of Chandler High School in Chandler, Arizona. He proudly served our country in the US Navy, traveling the country, for eight years. DuWayne was known for being a...

Charlie "Doug" Woods

Charlie "Doug" Woods

Oct 29, 2023

Mr. Charlie Douglas “Doug” Woods passed away at his residence, Sunday, October 29, 2023.

Doug was born Monday, May 14, 1945, to his parents Charlie Ivery Woods and Clara Smith Woods.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: Ray Woods, Jerry Woods, and Frankie Woods.

Doug always had a story to tell. Some of his favorite stories to tell...

Willie "Dean" Timms

Willie "Dean" Timms

Oct 26, 2023

Mrs. Willie “Dean” Williams Timms, age 91, passed away, Thursday, October 26, 2023.

Mrs. Timms was born January 11, 1932, in Cedartown, Georgia, daughter of the late Leroy Williams and Mae Alexander Williams.

Mrs. Timms was born in Polk County but lived most of her younger years in Haralson County. She worked at Sewell Suit Plant for a number of years. When...

Joel  Edward  Ledbetter

Joel Edward Ledbetter

Oct 19, 2023

Mr. Joel "Razor" Edward Ledbetter, age 59, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023.

Mr. Ledbetter was born, December 10, 1963, in Anniston, Alabama, son of the late Edward Ledbetter and Myrtle Boggs Ledbetter.

Razor was known for being a huge Alabama football fan, his work with Anniston Army for almost thirty years, his love for fishing, and his love for his family....