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.
Allen Lawrence Miller
Jan 3, 2019
Allen Lawrence Miller, 88, of Fayetteville, Georgia, formerly of Cedartown, passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2019. He was born on May 15, 1930, in Polk County, the son of the late Walter Teamus Miller and Mrs. Pluma Collins Miller.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his former wife, Martha Darlene Smith...
John S. Herndon, Jr.
Dec 31, 2018
Mr. John Seal Herndon, Jr., age 81, of Cedartown, passed away on Monday, December 31. 2018. He was born on September 12, 1937 in Cairo, Georgia. He was the son of the late John S. and Marguerite Miller Herndon, Sr.
He graduated high school in Cave Spring, GA; and graduated from the University of Georgia School of...
Betty Yvonne Oliver
Dec 31, 2018
Mrs. Betty Yvonne Adams Oliver, age 75, of Cedartown, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2018. She was born on August 13, 1943, in Cedartown. She was the daughter of the late John Henry Adams and Gladys Tanner Adams.
Mrs. Oliver is survived by her daughters, Janene Oliver Welchel (Scott), Karen Angela Oliver and Jamie Yvonne Oliver;...
Berta Mae Baker
Dec 28, 2018
Mrs. Berta Mae Tamplin Baker, age 93, of Woodstock, formerly of Cedartown, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2018. She was born on March 17, 1925 in Cedartown. She was the daughter of the late J.B. and Ella Turner Tamplin.
Mrs. Baker is survived by her son, Randy Baker (Lori); granddaughter, Katherine Elisabeth Baker; and several nieces...
William Reece Barrett
Dec 18, 2018
Mr. William "Reece" Barrett, Sr., age 85, of Cedartown, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 18, 2018. He was born on May 23, 1933, in Cedartown. He was the son of the late John William and Della Reece Barrett.
Mr. Barrett was a graduate of Cedartown High School. After school, Reece joined...
Margaret Ann Payne
Dec 9, 2018
Mrs. Margaret Ann Robinson Payne, age 78, of Florence, South Carolina, formerly of Cedartown, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018. She was born on April 18, 1940, in Talladega, Alabama. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Jessie "Cleo" and Mrs. Minnie Esther Rice Robinson.
Mrs. Payne is survived by her daughters, Donna Lynn Wilder...
Andrea Latrice Potts
Dec 8, 2018
Ms. Andrea Latrice Potts, age 38, of Cedartown, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018. She was born on June 18, 1980 in Villa Rica, Georgia.
Andrea Potts was a great mom. Being a mom to her two children gave her such joy. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She was active with her great...
Mary Louise Thomas Harrell
Dec 7, 2018
Ms. Mary Louise Thomas Harrell, age 85, of Cedartown, passed away on Friday, December 7, 2018. She was born on November 13, 1933 in Cedartown, Georgia.
Ms. Harrell is survived by her loving family, friends and World View church family.
Ms.Harrell is preceded in death by her mother, Tressie Lorena Dill Cooper; birth father, Hall...
Sheena Barnett Oliver
Dec 3, 2018
Ms. Sheena Barnett Oliver, age 59, of Cedartown, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2018, after an extended illness. She was born on July 21, 1959, in Rome, Georgia.
Sheena was the prime example of what it meant to be courageous. Her persistent dedication to her faith and her uncompromising love for her family gave her strength...
Evelyn Liner Haskin
Nov 27, 2018
Mrs. Evelyn Liner Haskin, age 84, of Cedartown, passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. She was born on November 11, 1934, in Tallapoosa, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Harvey C. and Jewell Williams Liner.
Mrs. Haskin is survived by her husband, Ernest W. Haskin, Jr.; daughters, Conni Haskin Purser, Davina Haskin Williams (Todd)...
Michael Hugh Shaw
Nov 15, 2018
Mr. Michael Hugh Shaw, age 55, of Cedartown, passed away on Thursday, November 15, 2018. He was born on December 10, 1962 in Cedartown, Georgia.
Mr. Shaw is survived by his mother, Serena Mae Dingler Shaw; sisters and brothers-in-law, Deborah and Ken Lankford, Pat and Dennis Phillips, and Melinda and Steve Swafford; one niece and four nephews....
Marie Mcdonald Grimes
Nov 14, 2018
Mrs. Marie McDonald Grimes, age 87, of Cedartown, passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. She was born on March 8, 1931 in Buchanan, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Lewis Franklin McDonald and Hattie Lee Nicholson McDonald.
Mrs. Grimes is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Randall and Sheila Grimes; granddaughters, Heather Hutchins (Jason)...
Lillian May Dugan Anderson
Nov 1, 2018
Mrs. Lillian May Dugan Anderson, age 87, of Cedartown, formerly of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, November 1, 2018. She was born on May 12, 1931. She was the daughter of the late William Patrick and Pearl Fleming Dugan.
In keeping with Mrs. Anderson's wishes, she was cremated. A private memorial service for Mrs. Lillian...
Thomas Rodney Clay
Oct 30, 2018
Mr. Thomas Rodney Clay, age 51, of Marietta, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2018. He was born on January 17, 1967 in Marietta, Georgia.
Mr. Clay is survived by his mother, Nancie Clay; daughter, Krista Clay; and several aunts and uncles.
Mr. Clay is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Lee Clay.
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Thomas Lawrence "Larry" Little
Oct 23, 2018
Mr. Thomas Lawrence "Larry" Little, age 76, of Cedartown, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018. He was born on June 26, 1942, in Cedartown. He was the son of the late Williard Marshall and Dollie Etta Powell Little.
Mr. Little is survived by his wife, Rhonda Reed Little; daughter, Jada Lameka (the late MSG James); sons,...
Cecil Keithen Smith
Oct 22, 2018
Mr. Cecil Keithen Smith, age 54, of Cedartown, passed away on Monday, October 22, 2018. He was born on May 12, 1964, in Marrero, Louisiana. He was the son of the late Cecil A. Smith and Ruby Lee Sherbert.
Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Karon Kay Johnson Smith; step-daughter, Ashley Johns; half-sister, Judy Lipscomb Neff;...
James Robert Gilley Jr.
Oct 5, 2018
Mr. James Robert Gilley Jr., age 29 of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, October 5, 2018. He was born on January 11, 1989 to Mrs. Elizabeth Anne Crunk Greenburg and the late Mr. James Robert Gilley Sr.
Mr. Gilley was born in Decatur County, Georgia and graduated from Brookwood High School in 2008. In his free time...
James Allen Calloway
Sep 30, 2018
Mr. James Allen Calloway, age 83, of Cedartown, passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018. He was born on April 23, 1935 in Cullman, Alabama. He was the son of the late J.W. Calloway and Dura Butler Calloway.
Mr. Calloway is survived by his daughter, Barbara Thomas; sons, Terry Calloway (Marilyn), David Goodrich and Joey Morton; sisters,...
Bobby Earl Busby
Sep 28, 2018
Mr. Bobby Earl Busby, age 84, of Marietta, Georgia passed away on Friday, September 28, 2018. He was born on January 12, 1934 in Cedartown. He was the son of the late Willie Earl Busby and Florence Cash Busby.
Mr. Busby is survived by his daughter, Jody Prince and grandson, Ryder Prince.
Mr. Busby is...
Joan Rampley
Sep 27, 2018
Mrs. Joan Broome Rampley, age 75, of Cedartown, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018. She was born on January 14, 1943, in Cedartown. She was the daughter of the late Charles H. and Catherine Morgan Broome.
Mrs. Rampley is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Johnny Rampley; son, Jay Rampley; niece, Heidi Andrews; and...
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