Obituaries
Dr. Benjamin S. Anderson, Jr.
Mar 9, 2024
Dr. Benjamin S. Anderson, Jr., age 88, of Cedartown passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024, after a brief illness. Dr. Anderson was born on February 23, 1936, in Dothan, AL, but spent his younger years in Fort Valley, GA, where he attended school. His parents were Benjamin S. Anderson, Sr. and Lula M. Anderson, who were both educators in the...
William "Bob" Robert Grissett
Mar 6, 2024
Mr. William Robert “Bob” Grissett, age 86, of Rome, Georgia, passed away peacefully to his Heavenly home on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024, following a battle with brain cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Myrtle Grissett, and a sister, Annette Stone.Bob was born in Sampson, Alabama, on July 10, 1937. He later moved to Rome where...
Hollis "Olin" Hackney, Jr.
Mar 6, 2024
Fred Astaire (the cat) has taken to his chair; the young tuxedo cat knows that his best buddy, Olin, is not here. He has wrapped himself into a ball to sleep through his grief because he has lost his person, and there are many, many friends and family members in Cedartown and beyond who feel the same way this week.Hollis...
Walter Scott Cash
Mar 3, 2024
Mr. Walter Scott Cash, age 63, passed away March 3, 2024.
Mr. Cash was born February 18, 1961, in Marietta, Georgia, the son of Woody Cash and Betty Mckee Kelley.
Mr. Cash was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He always enjoyed an afternoon spent on his motorcycle and took great pride in his work as a dump truck driver.
Mr. Cash...
Margaret Peggy O'Grady
Feb 26, 2024
Ms. Margaret Peggy O'Grady, age 69, passed away Monday, February 26, 2024. Ms. O'Grady was born September 23, 1954, the daughter of William T. O'Grady and Frances McGregor O'Grady. Ms. O'Grady was a long time resident of Rome, Georgia. She worked many years in lanscaping, specializing in plants and flowers. She devoted much of her life to being a caregiver to many. Ms....
Mary "Elizabeth" Roberts
Feb 22, 2024
Mary "Elizabeth" Roberts, age 88, of Stockbridge, Georgia, and formerly of Cedartown passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024, in Stockbridge, Georgia. She was born on July 20, 1935, in Rome, Georgia, loving daughter to Winfred Thomas Lewis and Annie Pinkston Lewis.
Elizabeth dedicated her life working hard and eventually retiring from Kroger. Her work ethic and commitment were truly admirable,...
Eddie Clyde McSwain
Feb 22, 2024
Mr. Eddie Clyde McSwain, age 87, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024.
Mr. McSwain was born in Shannon, Georgia, on October 24, 1936, to his late parents Mr. Eugene McSwain and Mrs. Frances McSwain.
Mr. McSwain was a giver. If anyone was in need, he was always willing to help them. He had a passion for missions and reaching others. He demonstrated...
Christopher "Chris" Daniel Dempsey
Feb 21, 2024
Mr. Christopher "Chris" Daniel Dempsey, age 53, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024.
Mr. Dempsey was born April 27, 1970, in Rome, Georgia, a son of Micky Dempsey, Sr. and Frances Dempsey.
Mr. Dempsey was known for his love for others; he never met a stranger. In his free time, he enjoyed looking for scrap metal. He loved his grandchildren and spent...
Edith Myers Highfield
Feb 19, 2024
Ms. Edith Myers Highfield, of Cedartown, age 70, passed away, Monday, February 19, 2024.
Ms. Highfield was born April 21, 1953, in Rome, Georgia, daughter of the late William Harvey Myers and Willie Mae Gilham Myers.
Ms. Highfield was a kind individual who really enjoyed a simple life. She had many hobbies like painting, drawing, and putting puzzles together. She was a...
James Willard Pyles
Feb 15, 2024
Mr. James Willard Pyles, age 65, passed away, Thursday, February 15, 2024.
Mr. Pyles was born March 1, 1958, in Cedartown, Georgia, the son of the late Willard James Pyles and Mary Louise Pyles.
Mr. Pyles was a very dynamic individual, gifted in many ways. By trade, he spent many years working in a rock quarry. He also devoted much time to...
Joseph "Michael" Merritt
Feb 10, 2024
Mr. Joseph “Michael” Merritt, age 62, of Buchanan, GA passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024.
He was born in Cedartown, GA on September 13, 1961, a son of Joseph Lucas Merritt and Nora Matthews Merritt.
Michael was a graduate of Cedartown High School. He was always a hardworking man who could fix anything that was broken. He always had a big heart...
Lyquiva "Robin" Osburn
Feb 9, 2024
Miss Lyquiva "Robin" Osburn, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at the age of 66.
Miss Osburn was born October 6, 1957 in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, the daughter of the late Bobby L. Osburn and Margaret Lively Osburn.
Miss Osburn was a loving mother, always looking out for the best interest of her children. She spent her career as a food inspector...
Ronnie Rogers
Feb 6, 2024
Ronnie Dee Rogers, 70, of Cedartown, passed away at home on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024.
Ronnie was born January 3, 1954, to the late Tattie Bell Leslie Rogers and the late Onnie Dee Rogers.
Ronnie spent his youth caring for cattle, chickens, and horses on his father's farms around Polk County. He was a member of the Future Farmers of America and...
Rhonda Lynn Stephens Sanders
Feb 5, 2024
Rhonda Lynn Stephens Sanders passed away February 5th, 2024, after a brief illness, at the age of 63.
Born on September 24, 1960, Rhonda spent her entire life in Cedartown. She graduated from Cedartown High School in 1978 and married Darryl Sanders on June 2 of the following year. Rhonda and Darryl celebrated 44 years of marriage last year. Throughout her...
Doctor Charles Earland Anderson
Feb 4, 2024
Dr. Charles Earland Anderson, a highly-respected Medical Doctor, who dedicated his life to serving others, passed away at the age 81, on February 4, 2024. Born on February 10, 1942, in, Vulcan, Alberta, Canada, he was the son of Earland A Anderson and Mabel Louise Anderson.
Dr. Anderson pursued his education at University of Alberta in Canada. He later began his...
Teresa Lee "Mama or Mammy" Crocker
Feb 2, 2024
Mrs. Teresa Lee "Mamma or Mammy" Crocker, age 65, of Cedartown passed away Friday, February 2, 2024.
Mrs. Crocker was born in Cedartown, daughter to the late Arnold Forrister and Martha Mobbs Forrister.
Mrs. Crocker was a very spiritual lady and deeply loved her family. She would always enjoy a good cup of coffee and a Hallmark movie. In her spare time,...
Kimberly Slaughter Ballard
Jan 29, 2024
Kimberly Slaughter Ballard, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 29, 2024. She was born on September 26, 1962, to her late parents, Kenneth Luther Slaughter and Norma Jean Koone.
Kimberly's presence in the lives of those who knew her was truly cherished and her memory will forever be etched in our hearts. Kimberly dedicated her life...
Michael Ray Busby
Jan 27, 2024
Michael Ray Busby, age 44, of Cedartown passed away on January 27, 2024. He was born on July 7, 1979, to his late parents, Choice Anderson, Sr, and Kathy Short Sutton.
Throughout his life, Michael had a deep love for football and could often be found cheering on his favorite teams. He possessed an incredible talent for drawing and playing the...
Jennifer Susan Medders
Jan 26, 2024
Ms. Jennifer Susan Medders, age 45, of Cedartown passed away Friday, January 26, 2024.
Jennifer was born in Daytona Beach, Florida on November 14, 1978.
Jennifer was a loving person with a big heart. She was always willing to help other people. She loved her children and her grandchildren deeply.
She is preceded in death her mother, Cathy Medders, grandparents, Howard and Inez Ramsey,...
Kimberly Smoak Lee
Jan 25, 2024
Kimberly Smoak Lee, age 41, of Greene, New York, passed away, suddenly, on January 25, 2024.
Kim was born on May 19, 1982. Kim spent most of her early years in Villa Rica, Georgia, where she graduated with honors, including a 4.0 average in school. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
Kim's beautiful smile and the sweetness of her...
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