OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries in Georgia


The obituaries in the Cedartown, GA, Polk County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Georgia's history and identity.

Ellen Johnson

Ellen Johnson

Oct 26, 2005

Mrs. Ellen Sanders Johnson, Age 72 of Rockmart passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2005. She was born on April 25, 1933 in Polk County. Mrs. Johnson is preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ada May Sanders. She is survived by her husband, Harold Johnson; two daughters, Janice Satterfield and Angie Davis Dover; two sons, Steve Blalock and Johnny...

Larry J. Smith

Larry J. Smith

Oct 25, 2005

Mr. Larry J. Smith, Age 58 of Cedartown passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2005. He was born on July 1, 1947 in Polk County. Mr. Smith was a member of East View Baptist Church in Cedartown and retired from General Electric after 32 years. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Mrs. Diann Robinson Smith to whom he was married...

Ulises Uriel Diaz

Ulises Uriel Diaz

Oct 24, 2005

Ulises Uriel Diaz passed away October 24, 2005. The Olin L. Gammage & Sons Funeral Home is handling the arrangements for Ulises Uriel Diaz.

Betty S. Salters

Betty S. Salters

Oct 24, 2005

Mrs. Betty S. Salters, age 75 of Erwin, Tennessee; passed away Monday, October 24, 2005. She was born on December 31, 1929 in Lufkin, Texas. She is preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Salters. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Brock Hamrick of Cedartown, Georgia and two grandchildren, Millie Saponaro of Atlanta, Georgia and John...

Carson Davis

Carson Davis

Oct 24, 2005

Master Carson Allen Davis, Son of Candace Casey and Mark Allen Davis of Cedartown, passed away Monday, April 25, 2005. He was born on March 11, 2005 in Floyd County. Master Davis is survived by his Parents, Candace Casey and Mark Allen Davis, and a Sister, Katelyn Davis. Also, surviving are Grandparents, Bruce Casey, Tammy Abernethy, Billie Davis and Michael...

Dorothy Elizabeth Kelley

Dorothy Elizabeth Kelley

Oct 23, 2005

Mrs. Dot H. Kelley, age 72 of Cedartown passed away Sunday, October 23, 2005. She was born on March 7, 1933 to the late Earl and Grace Hudgins in Polk County. Mrs. Kelley was a member of Second Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Othel Doyle Kelley, Sr. and 2 brothers, James Hudgins and Robert Hudgins....

Mattie Juanita Jones

Mattie Juanita Jones

Oct 22, 2005

Ms. Juanita Jones "Nita", Age 63 of Haralson County passed away Saturday, October 22, 2005. She was born on August 25, 1942 in Gilmer County. Ms. Jones joined Mountain View Baptist Church in 1992 which is located in Haralson County. She was a legal secretary for nearly 20 years in the Cobb County Court and Legal System including the law...

Lillian Louise Carter

Lillian Louise Carter

Oct 21, 2005

Mrs. Louise Carter, age 73 of Cedartown passed away October 21, 2005. She was born on January 5, 1932 in Polk County. She is preceded in death by her parents, Marvin W. Harris and Alma Day Harris. She is survived by 2 sons and daughters-in-laws; Johnny and Patsey Carter and Larry and Denise Carter; and a son Phil Carter. Also...

Hazel Josephine Smith

Hazel Josephine Smith

Oct 13, 2005

Mrs. Hazel Josephine Smith, age 70, of Cedartown passed away October 13, 2005. She was born on May 11, 1935 in Polk County. She is preceded in death by her parents, James Bowen and Flora Rudeseal; and her husband, Joe Lee Smith. She is survived by a daughter, Glenda Vaugh. A private memorial service will be conducted at a later...

Lewis William Blalock

Lewis William Blalock

Oct 13, 2005

Mr. Lewis William Blalock, age 71, of Cedartown passed away October 13, 2005. He was veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was born on March 18, 1934 in Polk County to parents Cleave and Julie Mae Bridges Blalock. Mr. Blalock is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Charles Blalock. He is survived by daughter and...

Ms. Patricia Terry Duncan

Ms. Patricia Terry Duncan

Oct 6, 2005

Ms. Patricia Terry Duncan, Age 71, of Cedartown passed away Thursday, October 6, 2005. Ms. Duncan was born on June 9, 1934 in Floyd County to the late D.L. and Lessie Singleton. She is preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Terry. Ms. Duncan is survived by 3 daughters, Cathy Watkins, Jan Blair and LaJean Hulvey; a cousin, Liz Atcheson;...

Bobby Charles Myers

Bobby Charles Myers

Sep 19, 2005

Mr. Bobby Charles Myers passed away September 19, 2005. The Olin L. Gammage & Sons Funeral Home handled the arrangements for Mr. Bobby Charles Myers.

Sally Bell Smith

Sally Bell Smith

Sep 17, 2005

Mrs. Sally Bell Smith age 67 of Cedartown passed away Friday, September 17, 2005. She was born on November 13, 1937. She is preceded in death by her parents, Benton and Bessie Whittaker; and her husband, Billy Joe Smith. She is survived by daughters, Sally Lackey and Cathy Watson; Sons, James Smith and Jerry Smith; 11 Grandchildren and 13 Great...

Jimmy Ray (J.R.) Smith

Jimmy Ray (J.R.) Smith

Sep 17, 2005

Mr. Jimmy Ray ("J.R.") Smith, age 70, of 202 East Jule Peek Avenue, Cedartown, Ga, passed away Friday, September 17, 2005. He was born June 9, 1935 in Polk County. He was retired from Diamond Shamrock after 20 years. He was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Smith is preceded in death by: parents, E.C. and Ada Sue Smith, wife, Mearlyn...

Pauline Louise Pledger

Pauline Louise Pledger

Sep 13, 2005

Ms. Pauline Louise Pledger, Age 89, of Cedartown passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2005. She was born on November 8, 1915 in Polk County, to the late, Mr. John L. and Mrs. Bessie Pledger. Ms. Pledger was a Polk County native and a descendant of Asa Prior founder of the City of Cedartown. She was a member of the First...

Robert C. Jarrell

Robert C. Jarrell

Sep 9, 2005

MR. ROBERT CLIFFORD JARRELL AGE 73 OF LOT 30 MORRIS RD. CEDARTOWN,GA. PASSED AWAY FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2005. HE WAS BORN IN POLK COUNTY. HE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS LOVING WIFE MRS. LOUISE R. JARRELL PARENTS: ROBERT MARION AND LAURA JARRELL SURVIVORS INCLUDE DAUGHTER: JENNIFER COTTON SONS: ROBERT A. JARRELL, BOBBY JOE JARRELL MICHAEL RAY JARRELL, TONY L....

Claude W. Cole

Claude W. Cole

Sep 9, 2005

MR. CLAUDE W. COLE, SR. AGE 88 OF 139 MORAN LAKE RD. ROME ,GA. PASSED AWAY FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9,2005 HE WAS BORN IN ALABAMA HE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS LOVING PARENTS: WALTER AND LELA COLE SISTER: MARIE COLE LORREN BROTHERS: SAM (BUNK) COLE, UNCLES: FRED SHOEMAKE, D.G. SHOEMAKE, JOHN SHOEMAKE, BART SHOEMAKE SURVIVORS: SEVERAL NIECES AND NEPEWS THE...

Gertrude Gilmore

Gertrude Gilmore

Sep 8, 2005

Mrs. Gertrude Gilmore, age 80, of Cedartown, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2005. She was born on December 21, 1924 in Cherokee County Alabama to the late Harvey and Cliffie Wooten. Mrs. Gilmore is preceded in death by her husband, Richard Gilmore, three brothers, Hershel John Wooten, Curtis Wooten, Thurman Wooten and Thurl Wooten. Surviving are daughter, Angela S....

Patrice L. Hanna

Patrice L. Hanna

Sep 2, 2005

Ms. Patrice L. Hanna, age 50 of Piedmont, Alabama passed away September 2, 2005. She was born on February 18, 1955 to the late John Robert and Anna Lee Manley. She is survived by her husband, Michael Lee Bullington and two sons, Jason Michael Hanna and Donnie Lee Hanna. Also surviving are 2 Grandchildren. A memorial service will conducted on...

Jewel Marie King

Jewel Marie King

Aug 31, 2005

Mrs. Jewel King, Age 97, of Cedartown, formerly of Summerville, Georgia and Albany, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2005. She was born on April 11, 1908 to the late Samuel and Eula Tomlinson. Mrs. King was the widow of Charles King. She is also preceded in death by a son, Milton Hart; a daughter, Christine Odom; a sister, Odessa...

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