Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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....
Diana G. Short
Oct 19, 2023
Mrs. Diana G. Short, age 73, passed away, Thursday, October 19, 2023.
Mrs. Short was born July 3, 1950, daughter of the late Ernest M. Church and Kate Jenkins Church.
Mrs. Short faithfully attended Oak Grove Baptist Church in Cedartown. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be greatly missed.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Short was...
Lillie Rutherford
Oct 18, 2023
Mrs. Lillie Rutherford, age 81, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
Mrs. Rutherford was born January 26, 1942, in Dallas, Georgia, daughter of the late P.D. Strickland and Edith Moore Strickland.
Mrs. Rutherford enjoyed watching game shows and the excitement of completing crossword puzzles. Above all, she received her greatest joy while with her family.
Mrs. Rutherford was preceded in death by her...
Terry White
Oct 2, 2023
Mr. Terry White, age 54, passed away, Monday, October 2, 2023.
Mr. White was born, September 6, 1969, in Tallahassee, Florida, son of the late Olice White and Joyce Davis White.
Mr. White was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting and being outdoors and was skilled in concrete work. Mr. White always enjoyed watching an Alabama Football game. Above all, he loved...
Dorothy "Dot" Juanita Ray
Sep 27, 2023
Ms. Dorothy “Dot” Juanita Ray, age 72, passed away, Wednesday, September 27, 2023.
She was born September 8, 1951, in Moultrie, Georgia, to her late parents, Roy Self and Margie Hight Self.
Ms. Dorothy was lovingly referred to as “Dot” by all who knew her. She enjoyed the simple things like feeding the birds and painting. She was always up for watching...
Alma "Jean" Parker
Sep 26, 2023
Ms. Alma Jean Sills Parker, age 81, passed away, Tuesday, September 26, 2023.
Jean was born May 7, 1942, in Lafayette, Georgia, the daughter of her late parents, Carl Dempsey Sills and Lucille Mildred Barnett Sills.
Jean was of the Christian faith and loved worshipping the Lord and attending her church. She attended Mountain Springs Church and Mountain Home Church. Jean loved...
Noel Eugene Smith, Sr.
Sep 17, 2023
Mr. Noel Eugene Smith, Sr., age 76, of Cedartown passed away Sunday, September 17, 2023.
Mr. Smith was born January 14, 1947, son of his late parents Clyde and Margaret King Smith.
Mr. Smith had a servant’s heart. He was a proud member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church where he served as deacon for several years. He was a prankster and enjoyed...
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