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.
Harold Loyd Forrester
Feb 1, 2013
Mr. Harold Loyd Forrester, age 87 of Temple Georgia, formerly of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2013. He was born on September 22, 1925 in Piedmont, Alabama. He was the son of the late John Jackson Forrester and Sarah Jane Long Forrester. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and retired from the Lockheed Corporation....
James Wiley Sorrells
Jan 30, 2013
Mr. James Wiley Sorrells, age 86, of Rockmart, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2013. He was born on September 10, 1926 in Rockmart. He was the son of the late Thomas Clifford and Mamie Elsie Trammell Sorrells. Mr. Sorrells is survived by his sister, Margaret Ann Jarrad; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Mr. Sorrells is preceded in death...
Marion Bennett "Benny" Casey
Jan 30, 2013
Mr. Marion Bennett "Benny" Casey, age 75 of Cedartown, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2013. He was born on April 4, 1937 in Polk County. He was the son of the late Madison and Evelyn Yarborough Casey. Mr. Casey is survived by his loving wife Barbara Tracey Casey; son, Chad Casey; sisters, Judy Seabolt Farmer and Ann Jameson. In...
Joann Isbell Walley
Jan 29, 2013
Ms. Joann Isbell Walley, age 81 of LaGrange, GA passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 following an extended illness. Ms. Walley was born on February 4, 1931 to the late William Jack Isbell and Susie Wright Isbell. She was also preceded in death by her husband Jerry Steven Walley. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and...
Bertha Mae Zannino
Jan 27, 2013
On January 27, 2013, Bertha Mae Zannino (nee Oates), beloved wife of the late Ralph Salvatore Zannino; Devoted mother to Patty Hubbard, Marion McDonald and her husband Jerry, Ralph Zannino and his wife Carmen; Cherished grandmother to Craig McDonald and his wife Tammy, Diana Yates and her husband Dave, Scott Hubbard and his wife Debbie, Michael Zannino and his wife...
Dianne Taylor (Clarke) Zych
Jan 23, 2013
Ms. Dianne Taylor "Clarke" Zych, age 67, of Cedartown, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. She was born on January 30, 1945 in Portdale, GA. She was the daughter of the late Johnny Osborne and Ada Lou Fleming Taylor. Ms. Zych is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Stephanie Clarke; sister, Janie Lou Taylor; brother, Johnny Gary...
Lucky Koch Downey
Jan 23, 2013
Ms. Lucky Koch Downey, age 71 passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. She was born on November 27, 1941 in Borough of Glen Ridge, NJ. She was the daughter of the late J. Theodore Koch and Harriet Todd Koch. Ms. Downey is survived by sons, Glenn Hines, Aurora, CO, Randy Hines, Cedartown, GA and Trey Downey, Richardson, TX; daughter,...
France Jane Cambron
Jan 23, 2013
Mrs. Frances Jane Cambron, age 89, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at Powder Springs Nursing and Rehab. Frances was born in Cedartown, GA on March 29, 1923, to loving parents the late Mr. Josh Billingsley and Mrs. Mary Lou Jones Billingsley. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. Henry Franklin Cambron,...
Freddie Wayne Gowens
Jan 20, 2013
Mr. Freddie Wayne Gowens, age 67 of Cedartown, passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2013. He was born on September 28, 1945 in Polk County to the late Troy Roland and Pearl Irene Watson Gowens. Mr. Gowens was a veteran of the United States Army, where he was ranked CWO2. He was awarded the bronze star and the distinguished flying...
Elizabeth Griffith Buice
Jan 18, 2013
Ms. Elizabeth Griffith Buice, age 100, of Cedartown, passed away on Friday, January 18, 2013. She was born on October 2, 1912. She was the daughter of the late Andrew McDonald and Kittie Head Griffith. Ms. Buice is survived by her son, Robert Buice; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Ms. Buice is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Len...
Alta Lee Lovegreen
Jan 14, 2013
Mrs. Alta Lee Lovegren, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2014. The funeral arrangements Mrs. Lovegren will be conducted on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at two o'clock in the afternoon at the First Baptist Church of Cedartown with Dr. David Taylor and Rev. Wayne Benefield officiating. Interment will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery. The family of Mrs. Lovegren will receive...
George Anthony Flynt
Jan 9, 2013
Mr. George Anthony Flynt, age 64, of Cedartown, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. He was born on October 18, 1948 in Cedartown. He was the son of the late John Wesley and Marie Kelly Flynt. Mr. Flynt is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Kyle Anthony and Lisa Flynt; daughter, Kelly Marie Flynt; brothers, Jerry Flynt and Harold...
Sheila Dyer Timms
Jan 9, 2013
Mrs. Sheila Ann Dyer Timms, age 65, of Cedartown, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. She was born on October 5, 1947 in Cedartown. She was the daughter of the late Jimmy H. and Sarah Cleo Shiflett Dyer. Mrs. Timms is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Coye Lee Timms; children, Melissa and Jeff Johnson, Lauren and...
Seals "Ed" Jarrell
Jan 6, 2013
Mr. Seals Edward "Ed" Jarrell, age 86, of Polk County, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2013. He was born on November 29, 1926 in Cedartown, Georgia. He was the son of the late Mr. Seab Jarrell and Mrs. Willie Mae Jarrell Mr. Jarrell is survived by his sons, Randy E. Jarrell and Danny R. Jarrell; six grandchildren; eight...
Fredrick Anthony Ivey
Jan 1, 2013
Mr. Fredrick Anthony Ivey, age 67, of Ridge Mannor, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2013. He was born on February 19, 1945 in Cedartown, Georgia. He was the son of the late Frank Ivey and Deola Milam Ivey. Mr. Ivey is survived by his loving wife, Mrs. Nancy Dentmon Ivey; daughter, Felicia Coats; son and daughter-in-law, Sheldon and...
Richard Joel Beck
Dec 30, 2012
Mr. Richard Joel Beck, age 27, of Cedartown, passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2012. He was born on September 26, 1985 in Rome, Georgia. Richard was a member of the Truth and Life Ministries. Richard is survived by his parents, Joel Beck and Denise Warren; step-mother, Marilyn Beck; step-father, Dorsey Warren; sisters, Hope Williams, Megan Williams and Crystal Davis;...
Hiram Wayne Lee
Dec 25, 2012
Mr. Hiram Wayne Lee, age 73, of Cedartown passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2012. He was born September 1, 1939 in Polk County. He is preceded by parents, Hiram and Omie Hyde Lee, and brother, Russell Lee. He was a long-time member of Anna Kresge Memorial United Methodist Church. He was a member of the U. S. Army Reserve. He...
James "Buddy" Cuzzort
Dec 25, 2012
James E. "Buddy" Cuzzort, age 70, passed away on December 25, 2012. He was born on July 28, 1942 in Cedartown, Georgia. Mr. Cuzzort is survived by his mother, Lila Mae Collins; wife, Brenda Cuzzort; daughters, Wanda Hawkins & David, Sharon Hutcheson & Alan; son, Ricky Cuzzort; step sons, Jeremy Welchel & Vicki, Jarrod Welchel & Monika; sister, Vera Ramey;...
Jimmy Rogers Hitt
Dec 24, 2012
Mr. Jimmy Rogers Hitt, Sr. age 77, passed away on December 24, 2012. He was born on June 29, 1935 in Haralson County Georgia, to John Clifford Hitt and Narah Anna Hitt. He attended Felton School and graduated from Rockmart High School in 1953. Mr. Hitt attended Rome off-campus center of the University of Georgia and received a BBA degree...
Benjamin Hill Vincent
Dec 22, 2012
Mr. Benjamin Hill Vincent, age 69, of Carrollton, Georgia formerly of Cedartown, passed away December 22, 2012. He was born September 29, 1943 in Druid Hills, Georgia to the late Benjamin Vincent and Ann Noel Vincent. Mr. Vincent is survived by wife, Janice Phillips Vincent; step sons, Anthony Stamps, Kerry Stamps and wife Renay Stamps; three grandchildren; and four great...
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