Obituaries

Pamela Richardson

Pamela Richardson

Oct 21, 2022

Mrs. Pamela Richardson, age 71, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away Friday, October 21, 2022. 

Arrangements are currently incomplete. 

In partnership with Williams Funeral Home in Florence, Alabama, The Smith & Miller Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Pamela Richardson. 

Kenneth Minton

Kenneth Minton

Oct 20, 2022

Kenneth Lee Minton, 87, passed away in Cedartown, Georgia and entered Eternal Life Thursday, October 20, 2022.

Kenneth was born in Edmonson County, Kentucky to the late Lawrence and Emma Minton. He was a talented wood worker and devoted family man. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, and brother.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian Clark...

Abimael Martinez, Sr.

Abimael Martinez, Sr.

Oct 15, 2022

Mr. Abimael Martinez, Sr., age 104, of the Dugdown Community passed away Saturday, October 15, 2022.

Mr. Martinez was born May 13, 1918, in Susua, Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico, son of the late Ignacio Martinez and Monserrate Lopez.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Martinez was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Martinez; son, Abimael Martinez, Jr.; grandson, Shane Martinez; daughter...

George-Paul Redgate

George-Paul Redgate

Oct 15, 2022

Command Sergeant Major, US Army, (Retired) George-Paul Redgate, age 90, of Cedartown passed away Saturday, October 15, 2022.

Mr. Redgate was born June 12, 1932, in Sullington, West Sussex, UK, son of the late George Jack Redgate and Virginia Lee Hornuge Redgate.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Redgate was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Joann L. Redgate,...

Rhonda Garrett Shelton

Rhonda Garrett Shelton

Oct 8, 2022

Miss Rhonda Garrett Shelton, age 53, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022.

Rhonda was born on October 2, 1969, in Rome, Georgia. She was the daughter of William Herman Garrett and the late Glenda Hill Sadler.

In addition to her mother, Rhonda was preceded in death by her bother, William Allen Garrett.

Having lived the greater part of her life...

Doyle Donald Broome, Sr.

Doyle Donald Broome, Sr.

Oct 5, 2022

Doyle Donald Broome Sr., age 88, passed away on October 5. 2022.

He was born on September 1, 1934, in Cedartown, Georgia and was the son of the late Robert Corneleus Broome and Janie Dawson Broome.

Mr. Broome is survived by his wife of 68 years Marcelle Vincent Broome, son, Doyle Donald Broome Jr. (Donna), son, Vincent Barry Broome (Cathy); grandchildren: Trey...

Lynn  Edward Smith

Lynn Edward Smith

Sep 21, 2022

Mr. Lynn Edward Smith, age 98, of Cedartown, Ga. Passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

Mr. Smith was born July 19, 1924, in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of the late Willie Lawerence Smith and Willie Anderson Smith.

A man of many talents, Mr. Smith was a pilot and played the organ for Rev. Oral Roberts at tent revivals. He owned multiple...

William "Billy" Blair

William "Billy" Blair

Sep 18, 2022

Reverend William "Billy" Blair, age 64, of Cedartown, GA passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022.

Mr. Blair was born November 3, 1957, son of the late Charles Wilburn Blair and Carolyn Shiflett Blair. Passionate about sharing the Gospel, Mr. Blair was a pastor for many years and was a vital asset to the Polk County Prison Ministry. He had a deep...

Richard "Dickie"  Smith

Richard "Dickie" Smith

Sep 13, 2022

Mr. Richard “Dickie” Smith, age 60, of Cedartown, Ga passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022.

Mr. Smith was born in Rome, Ga, on April 23, 1962, son of the late Richard “Dick” Smith, Sr., and Evelyn Brumbelow Smith. He loved listening to the Rolling Stones and watching GA Tech football. You could always find him outside working in his garden, and...

Chris Dingler

Chris Dingler

Sep 13, 2022

Mr. Chris Dingler, age 66, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022.

Mr. Dingler was born July 23, 1956, son of his late parents, Charles R. Dingler and Betty Hill Dingler. He was the owner of Dingler Construction Company for over thirty years. In his spare time, Mr. Dingler enjoyed going fishing and loved spending time with his dogs.

Mr. Dingler is survived...

Edna  Emily Walles

Edna Emily Walles

Sep 10, 2022

Mrs. Edna Emily Walles, age 69, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2022.

Her wishes were to be cremated and no formal services will be held.

The Smith & Miller Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Edna Emily Walles.

Eric Neil Ingram

Eric Neil Ingram

Sep 7, 2022

Mr. Eric Neil Ingram, age 48, of Cedartown passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

Eric was born October 4, 1973, son of his late parents, Wayne Ingram, and Brenda Folsom Billingsley. He was a graduate of Cedartown High School and had been employed at Steel King Industry in Rome for many years. He was an avid sports fan but was a...

Tyree Headen

Tyree Headen

Sep 1, 2022

Mrs. Tyree Headen, age 54, of Cedartown, GA passed away Thursday, September 1, 2022.

Tyree was born April 1, 1968, in Aragon, GA, daughter of Sara Davis and the late John W. Davis, III

Mrs. Headen loved listening to music, riding back roads, and spending time with her grandbaby

She is survived by her husband, Faron Headen; son, Joseph Jeffers and his wife,...

Billy  Ray  Archer

Billy Ray Archer

Aug 27, 2022

Mr. Billy Ray Archer, age 88, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022.

Billy was born November 20, 1933, son of the late Fred Archer and Lucille Ramsey.

 

He is survived by his daughter, Mona Archer. 

No formal services are planned at this time. 

The Smith & Miller Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Billy Ray Archer. 

Robert Edward Redding

Robert Edward Redding

Aug 22, 2022

Mr. Robert “Eddie” Redding, age 71, of Cedartown, GA passed away Monday, August 22, 2022. Mr. Redding was born July 20, 1951, in Cedartown, GA, son of the late Barney Lee Redding, Sr. and Mildred Norton Redding. Eddie spent the greater part of his life in Cedartown and was a graduate of Cedartown High School. An avid outdoorsman, Eddie enjoyed...

Ruth Henderson

Ruth Henderson

Aug 18, 2022

Mrs. Ruth Henderson, age 88, of Buchanan, Ga, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022. Mrs. Henderson was born in Felton, Ga on July 21, 1934, daughter of the late Romie Chandler and Maggie Addison Chandler. She owned a seafood restaurant in Port St Joe, Florida and was a proud member of the American Legion. She loved reading, fishing, playing...

Richard "Tony" Atkins

Richard "Tony" Atkins

Aug 15, 2022

Mr. Richard “Tony” Atkins, age 71, of Acworth, GA passed away Monday, August 15, 2022. Mr. Atkins was born in Cedartown, Ga on February 28, 1951, son of the late Charles and Martha Atkins. Tony retired from General Motors after thirty years of loyal service. He loved his family, enjoyed working crossword puzzles, and watching TV. He thoroughly enjoyed his...

Dennis Mcculley

Dennis Mcculley

Aug 14, 2022

Mr. Dennis M. McCulley, Sr., age 70, of Cedartown, GA, passed away Sunday evening, August 14, 2022. Dennis was born in Anniston, AL, on February 6, 1952, son of the late John Kensley McCulley and Doris Clay McCulley. He had been a resident of Cedartown and Polk County for the greater part of his life and was a member of...

Charles  Shaw

Charles Shaw

Aug 11, 2022

Mr. Charles Shaw, age 84, of Cedartown Passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022. Mr. Shaw was born March 7, 1938, a son of his late parents, Eli Shaw and Ida Wilson Shaw. He was a member of Collard Valley Baptist Church. Mr. Shaw was part owner of Milligan and Shaw Garage. He was a man of many talents, skilled...

William Harold Tanner

William Harold Tanner

Aug 10, 2022

Mr. William “Harold” Tanner, age 82, of Cedartown passed away on August 10, 2022. Mr. Tanner was born in Cedartown to his late parents, Uzeal and Mary Magdalene Tanner. Harold spent his career as the plant manager for Rome Plow for fifty years and six months. Mr. Tanner was a veteran of the United States Army Reserves. Mr. Tanner is...