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.

Dennis Arlin Palmer

Dennis Arlin Palmer

Sep 2, 2022

Mr. Dennis Arlin Palmer, age 80, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away in the early morning hours of September 2, 2022.  He enjoyed 80 years of vibrant life. He was born on December 2, 1941 in Cedartown to the late Joe Sires and Nora Vistie Smith Palmer.

Dennis lived life to its fullest.  He loved children, and he...

Patricia Ann Welchel- Jackson

Patricia Ann Welchel- Jackson

Aug 24, 2022

Mrs. Patricia Ann Yarborough Welchel-Jackson, age 67, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. She was born on November 15, 1954 in Rome, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Ellis and Clara Woods Yarborough.

Mrs. Jackson is survived by her husband, Thomas Edward Jackson; sons, Michael Jackson (Krystal) and Thomas Shane Jackson;...

David Lee Easterwood

David Lee Easterwood

Aug 24, 2022

Mr. David Lee Easterwood, age 74, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, after an extended illness.

He was born on August 10, 1948 in Cedartown; he was the son to the late Ernest Lee and Opal Brown Easterwood. David lived his entire life in Cedartown.  He was a 1966 graduate of Cedartown High...

Ida Mae Ragsdale

Ida Mae Ragsdale

Aug 23, 2022

Mrs. Ida Mae Ragsdale, age 100 received her new heavenly body on August 23, 2022.

Mrs. Ragsdale was born on July 31, 1922 in Polk County to the late Sidney Johnson and Frances McBurnett Johnson. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Rev. W.M. "Pick" Ragsdale; son, Harry Truman Ragsdale; grandson, Joshua Ragsdale; son-in-law, Bobby...

Clifton Eugene Strong

Clifton Eugene Strong

Aug 21, 2022

Mr. Clifton Eugene Strong, age 79, of Montevallo, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2022. He was born on November 2, 1942 in Tallapoosa County, AL. He was the son of the late Forest Milford and Frances Ballentine Strong.

Mr. Strong is survived by his wife, Vicki Crew Strong; children, Stephan Strong, Tara Palmer (James Kendrick,...

Teresa Dianne Hatmaker

Teresa Dianne Hatmaker

Aug 19, 2022

Mrs. Teresa "Sissy" Diane Stroup Hatmaker, age 55, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022. She was born on March 19, 1967 in Cedartown. She was the daughter of Ty and Glenda Stroup.

Mrs. Hatmaker is survived by her parents; husband, Timothy Hatmaker; daughter, Kristi Reynolds; sons, Christopher Irby and Dusky Irby; sister, Lynn...

Mark Wright Odom

Mark Wright Odom

Aug 15, 2022

Mr. Mark Wright Odom, age 58, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022. He was born on November 10, 1963, in Rome, Georgia. He was the son of the late Charles Lamar and Vera Wright Odom.

Mark loved spending time with family and working with his hands.  He was very talented with woodwork and...

Irene Tanner Hampton

Irene Tanner Hampton

Aug 13, 2022

Mrs. Irene Tanner Hampton, age 90, of Cedartown, Georgia passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2022. She was born on August 26, 1931 in Polk County, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late W.M. Tanner and Annie Brown Tanner.

Mrs. Hampton is survived by her sister, Dean Rowell. A number of nieces, nephews, and cousins also...

Donna Rushing

Donna Rushing

Aug 11, 2022

Mrs. Donna Reeves Rushing, age 79, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022. She was born on March 17, 1943, in DeKalb County, Alabama.   She was the daughter of the late William "Aaron" and Averia Talley Reeves.

Mrs. Rushing is survived by her daughter, Tammy Rushing; son-in-law, Travis Causey; sister, Anne Reeves Peek (Buddy);...

Annie Lee Davis Cauthen

Annie Lee Davis Cauthen

Aug 6, 2022

Mrs. Annie Lee Davis Cauthen, age 91, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2022. She was born on November 29, 1930, in Cedartown, Georgia.   She was the daughter of the late James Owen Davis, Sr. and Vera Rudseal Davis.

Mrs. Cauthen is survived by her daughter, Melva Stewart (Dennis); sister, Elaine Henderson; brother, Rev....

William Thomas Williams

William Thomas Williams

Aug 5, 2022

Mr. William Thomas Williams, age 72, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022. He was born on July 3, 1950, in Anniston, Alabama .

Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Mary Vines.

In keeping with Mr. Williams' wishes, he was cremated. The family of Mr. Williams will hold a private memorial...

Wayne N. Whitton

Wayne N. Whitton

Aug 3, 2022

Mr. Wayne N. Whitton, age 84, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. He was born on May 6, 1938 in Cedartown, Georgia. He was the son of the late Dewey D. Whitton, Sr. and Edna Goss Whitton.

Mr. Whiton was a veteran of the United States Army; he was a graduate of Jacksonville...

Kayla Galvan Barber

Kayla Galvan Barber

Jul 30, 2022

Ms. Kayla Galvan Barber, age 31, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022. She was born on August 10, 1990 in Rome, Georgia.

Ms. Barber is survived by her father, Ruben Galvan; sons, Noah Barber and Payton Sotzin; sister, Jacqueline Wood (J.T.); brother, Ruben Galvan (Jessica); and nieces, Haiden Galvan, Laiyla Galvan, Braelynn Wood,...

Ronnie Douglas Stewart

Ronnie Douglas Stewart

Jul 27, 2022

Mr. Ronnie Douglas Stewart, age 71, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. He was born on August 22, 1950 in Atlanta, Georgia. He was the son of the late Clyde Stewart and Margaret Stewart Baugh-Knight.

Mr. Stewart is survived by his daughters, Sherry Davidson (Sonny), Teresa Parmer (Ed), and Pamela Crumley (Nelson); daughter-in-law,...

Lillian Green

Lillian Green

Jul 24, 2022

Mrs. Lillian F. Green, age 88, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022. She was born on June 5, 1934, in Haralson County, Georgia.   She was the daughter of the late Tommy and Edna Prater Forrister.

Mrs. Green is survived by her daughters, Debbie Currie, Faye Rowell, and Robyn Frasier; sons, Billy Ray Green...

William Dalton Burell

William Dalton Burell

Jul 20, 2022

Mr. William Dalton Burell, age 66, of Conway, Arkansas, formerly of Rockmart, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.  He was born on October 30, 1955; he was the son of the late Owen and Carolyn Burell.

Mr. Burell was a US Army Veteran serving from 1974-1992.  He graduated from Rockmart High School and Kennesaw State...

Gail Lindsey

Gail Lindsey

Jul 20, 2022

Mrs. Barbara "Gail" Clemons Beck Lindsey, age 84, of Centre, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. She was born on November 24, 1937, in Cedartown, Georgia.   She was the daughter of the late Luther Virgil Clemons, Jr. and Lura Brown Clemons Stallings.

Mrs. Lindsey is survived by her son, Charles Michael Beck; grandson, Cole Michael...

Edna Violet Ragsdale

Edna Violet Ragsdale

Jul 13, 2022

Mrs. Edna Violet Hester Ragsdale, age 100, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. She was born on December 17, 1921, in Cherokee County, Alabama.   She was the daughter of the late Leo and Roma Davis Hester.

Mrs. Ragsdale is survived by her daughters, Milladean Branon and Kay Knight; sons, Travis Ragsdale (Brenda), Rodney...

William Spencer Willis

William Spencer Willis

Jul 5, 2022

Mr. William Spencer "Greasy" Willis, age 88, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. He was born on January 6, 1934 in Rome, Georgia. He was the son of the late Bill and Willene Barton Willis.

Mr. Willis was a veteran of the US Army. He was retired from Battey Machinery as a salesman...

Jacqueline Atkins Christian

Jacqueline Atkins Christian

Jul 5, 2022

Ms. Jacqueline "Jackie" Atkins Christian, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. She was born on June 25, 1952, in Dekalb County, Alabama.   She was the daughter of the late Lawrence Golden and Virginia Omi Noles Atkins.

Ms. Christian is survived by her daughters, Tonya Thomas (Justin), Dondra Bagley (Brandon), and Teshia Bagley; son, Donald...

Subscribe

To Email Notifications

Subscribe to receive an email when we add new obituaries to our website. Your email will not be used for any other purpose and will not be shared. You may unsubscribe at any time.

GriefSteps logo with light gray text and an orange curved swoosh underneath
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.