Obituaries

Lou Ella Chastain

Lou Ella Chastain

May 29, 2025

Ms. Lou Ella Chastain, age 74, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Ms. Chastain was born May 27, 1951, in Cedartown, Georgia, daughter of the late John Wells and Zona Jackson Wells.

Ms. Chastain was a proud graduate of Cedartown High School, Class of 1969. She was of the Pentecostal Faith and served God with her life. Ms. Chastain enjoyed simple things...

Clark D. Gable

Clark D. Gable

May 28, 2025

Mr. Clark D. Gable, age 66, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

Mr. Gable was born August 14, 1958, in Cedartown, Georgia, son of the late Clarence Gable and Eva Mae McKibben Gable.

Mr. Gable enjoyed the simple things in life. He always found joy in afternoons spent fishing. More than anything, Mr. Gable loved family get -togethers, and was happiest when...

Wiley Hillman

Wiley Hillman

May 27, 2025

Wiley C. Hillman, age 99, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on May 27, 2025, after an extended illness. He was lovingly cared for by his nephew Glenn Campbell, devoted family members, compassionate healthcare friends, and hospice caregivers.

Born in Virginia on January 18, 1926, Mr. Hillman lived a remarkable life filled with service, devotion, and vibrant personality....

Robert Lawrence Knox

Robert Lawrence Knox

May 20, 2025

Mr. Robert "Bob" Lawrence Knox, age 85, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025. 

Mr. Knox was born September 15, 1939, in Milford, Massachusetts, son of the late Fredrick Knox and Earnestine Mae Albee Knox. 

Mr. Knox was a Christian and loved God. He was commonly known to his friends and family as "Bob". He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree from...

Alvis Gable

Alvis Gable

May 18, 2025

Mr. Alvis Lee Gable, age 85, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025.

Mr. Gable was born November 6, 1939, in Buchanan, Georgia, son of the late Alan Gable and Inez Adkins Gable.

Mr. Gable spent most of his life in Haralson County, Georgia, a place he proudly called home. He worked for many years in construction as a skilled heavy equipment operator....

Mary "Betty" Moore

Mary "Betty" Moore

May 13, 2025

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Worthington Moore also known as “Betty” or “Maw Maw Moore” of Cedartown, Georgia, age 95, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

Mrs. Moore was born on January 19,1930, in Cedartown, daughter of the late Dee and Winnie Upchurch Worthington.

Mrs. Moore had an adventurous spirit and a love for traveling to new places. She never missed a Braves...

Charles L. Galloway

Charles L. Galloway

May 7, 2025

Mr. Charles L. Galloway, age 78, of Rockmart, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

Mr. Galloway was born November 27, 1946, in Cedartown, Georgia, son of the late Calvin Galloway and Myrtle Evans Galloway.

Following graduation, he served honorably in the United States Army. After leaving the Army, he began his lengthy career as an auto mechanic. In his retirement, he enjoyed...

Danny M. Brown

Danny M. Brown

May 4, 2025

Mr. Danny M. Brown, age 75, of Cedartown, passed away Sunday May 4, 2025.

Mr. Brown was born October 5, 1949, in Cedartown, Georgia, son of the late Ivy Jefferson Brown and Eddie Mae Heath Brown.

Mr. Brown was a lifelong resident of Cedartown and a proud graduate of Cedartown High School, Class of 1967. Following graduation, he served honorably as a...

Kathryn Michelle Frazier Martin

Kathryn Michelle Frazier Martin

Apr 28, 2025

Mrs. Kathryn “Michelle” Frazier Martin, of Gainesville, Georgia, formerly of Cedartown, Georgia, age 54, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 28, 2025.

Michelle was born February 20, 1971, daughter of Tina and Barry Carter and the late Steven “Steve” Clovis Frazier.

Michelle’s love for her family and friends was deep and unconditional. She was so talented and gifted with her thoughtfulness. Her...

Diane Elizabeth Lockridge

Diane Elizabeth Lockridge

Apr 16, 2025

Ms. Diane Elizabeth Lockridge, age 78, of Cedartown, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Diane was born January 10, 1947, in Cedartown, Georgia, the daughter of the late Oscar Durham Lockridge and Louise Little Lockridge.

Diane graduated from Cedartown High School, Class of 1965, and later received her bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from West Georgia College. She would then go on...

Katherine Green Easterwood

Katherine Green Easterwood

Apr 7, 2025

Mrs. Katherine Green Easterwood, age 97, of Cedartown passed away Monday, April 7, 2025.

Mrs. Easterwood was born April 27, 1927, daughter of the late Seab Green and Essie Smith Green.

She was a fashionable lady who enjoyed helping others throughout her career as a social worker. She always enjoyed traveling either by plane or boat. Even up to the age of...

Mary Jane Mullinax

Mary Jane Mullinax

Apr 6, 2025

Mrs. Mary Jane Mullinax, age 80, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Sunday, the 6th of April 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born to the late Hugh Dobbs and Jane Mabry Dobbs. She is preceded in death by her only brother, Butch Dobbs. Mary Jane shared 41 beautiful years with her husband, George W. Mullinax.

Mary Jane has one...

Jo Ann Sargent

Jo Ann Sargent

Apr 6, 2025

Mrs. Jo Ann Sargent, age 86, of Cedartown, passed away, Sunday, April 6, 2025.

Mrs. Sargent was born March 23, 1939, daughter of the late John VanNus and Isabel Zimmerer VanNus.

She not only poured her life into her family but into others throughout her working career as a Registered Nurse. She was devoted and caring to her children and grandchildren. She...

Paul Larry Guthrie

Paul Larry Guthrie

Mar 27, 2025

Mr. Paul Larry Guthrie, age 82, passed away March 27, 2025, at his home with his family by his side.

Mr. Guthrie was born December 24, 1942, in Townley, Alabama, the son of the late John Carol “J.C.” Guthrie, and Georgia Mae Higginbotham Guthrie.

Mr. Guthrie is preceded in death by his brothers, James Edward Guthrie and Richard Lynn Guthrie, and sister,...

Sarah “Ann” Kilgo

Sarah “Ann” Kilgo

Mar 26, 2025

Mrs. Sarah "Ann" Kilgo, age 91, passed away, Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

Ann was born January 16, 1934, in Elmore County, Alabama, daughter of the late Gunter Whetstone and Ethel Stone Whetstone.

Ann is remembered as a loving wife, and a caring and loving sister and friend. The family extends many thanks to her friend and caregiver, Gaynelle Owens, for her attentive...

Charlie Warren Smith, III

Charlie Warren Smith, III

Mar 22, 2025

Mr. Charlie Warren Smith, III, age 51, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025.

Charlie was born March 31, 1973, in Ringgold, Georgia, son of Charlie Smith Jr. and the late Janice Elaine Ratcliff.

Charlie enjoyed spending time outdoors working in his garden and farming. He loved to cook for family and friends as a way to show his love. Always caring for...

Sammy L. Green, Jr.

Sammy L. Green, Jr.

Mar 20, 2025

Mr. Sammy L. Green, Jr., age 70, of Cedartown passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025.

Sammy was born August 22, 1954, son of the late Samuel L. Green, Sr. and Jamie Ruth Witcher Green.

A small but mighty man who served the Lord, his church, and his neighbor, Sammy Green was a lifelong member of Friendship Baptist Church and the Cedartown...

Beatrice Parker

Beatrice Parker

Mar 20, 2025

Mrs. Beatrice Parker, age 87, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025.

Mrs. Parker was born July 2, 1937, in Cedartown, Georgia, daughter of the late Jo Thompson and Willie Zuker Thompson.

Mrs. Parker loved animals of all kinds and personalities. She especially loved spending time outdoors, tending to her flowers and enjoying nature. Above all things, she loved her family. She was...

Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers

Mar 19, 2025

Ms. Ginger Rogers, age 65, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Ms. Rogers was born June 23, 1959, daughter of the late Hoyt Rogers and Jiffie Sitton Rogers. 

Ms. Rogers was a kind person who found joy in making others happy. She was a waitress at the Huddle House for many years, and enjoyed her time with co-workers and customers. She especially...

Jonathan "Jon" Bedford

Jonathan "Jon" Bedford

Mar 17, 2025

Mr. Jonathan “Jon” Ladane Bedford, age 43, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025.

Jon was born June 2, 1981, in Rome, Georgia, son of Larry Bedford and Martha Phillips Lyons.

Jon was a passionate outdoorsman who found joy in hunting and fishing during his free time. A dedicated Alabama Football fan, he was also skilled in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. One of his favorite...