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.
Willie Catherin Martin Reynolds
Feb 16, 2012
Ms. Willie Catherin Martin Reynolds, age 68, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2012. She was born on October 19, 1943 in Cedartown. She was the daughter of the late Ambrose and Ada Pearl Bates Martin. Ms. Reynolds is survived by her sons, Bryan Ayers, Sr., David Ayers and Daniel Ayers and her extended children Bryan Ayers,...
Charles William Ward
Feb 13, 2012
Mr. Charles William Ward, age 62, of Cedartown, passed away at his residence on Philpot Street, after a short illness. He served his country with twenty years of Military Service in the Air Force and Army. During this time he served in Germany, Korea and Vietnam where he fought for his country. He was very dedicated to our country and...
Mildred Odessa Camp Jarrell
Feb 13, 2012
Ms. Mildred Odessa Camp Jarrell, age 93, of Cedartown, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2012. She was born on March 3, 1918 in Polk County. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe and Lula Adams Camp. Ms. Jarrell was a member of Clifton Hill Baptist Church in Rossville. Ms. Jarrell is survived by her adopted...
Bobbie Kenneth Mckenzie, Ii
Feb 7, 2012
Bobbie Kenneth McKenzie, II, age 48, of Orlando, Florida, and a former Roman, died suddenly on February 7, 2012, at his residence in Orlando following an apparent heart attack. A native of Rome, Bobbie was born on October 22, 1963, the son of Rome and Floyd County retired Fire Chief, Bobbie K. and Lynda O. McKenzie of Rome. He had...
Virginia D. "Jenny" Blythe
Feb 3, 2012
Virginia D. "Jenny" Blythe, age 88, of Rome, formerly Cedartown, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2012, at her residence. She was born June 14, 1923, in Anniston, Calhoun County, AL. As the wife of a WWII Veteran, Mrs. "Jenny" Blythe proudly served her country through her unfailing support of her husband and nation. She was a lifelong and faithful...
Bobby R. Switzer
Feb 2, 2012
Mr. Bobby R. Switzer, age 68, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2012. He was born on March 28, 1943 in Williamstown, Grant County, Kentucky, to the late Melvin and Minnie Hymer Switzer. He proudly served in the United States Army and was a retired caregiver. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Mary...
Rev. James "J.C." Lorren
Feb 1, 2012
Rev. James "J. C." Lorren, age 80, of Cedartown passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. He was born October 5, 1931 in Borden Springs, AL. He is preceded in death by parents, Alex Lorren and Bessie Seigler Lorren; sister, Gloria Jean McGee and brothers, Jessie McGee and J. B. McGee. Rev. J. C. Lorren is survived by daughters, Deborah...
James William "Bill" Hiett
Jan 23, 2012
Mr. James William "Bill" Hiett, age 88, of Jonesboro, formerly Cedartown, GA, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2012. He was born on November 21, 1923 in DeKalb County, Alabama. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lowell and Jewel Chupp Hiett. Mr. Hiett was a United States Army veteran and was twice awarded the Military Order...
Baby, Noah Wilson Riley
Jan 21, 2012
Baby, Noah Wilson Riley, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2012. Parents of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron and Haley Wilson Riley. Baby Riley is survived by his parents; maternal grandmother, Tammie Wilson; maternal grandfather, Bill Smith, Jr.; paternal grandparents, Robert and Becky Bragg and paternal great-grandmother, Ruby Myland. Baby Riley is preceded in death by his brother, Paxton Aaron Riley;...
Charles William Blankenship
Jan 21, 2012
Charles William Blankenship, age 88 of 832 College Dr. Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on January 21, 2012. Mr. Blankenship was born on August 15, 1923, the son of the late Robert Austin Blankenship, Sr. and Lelia Pruitt Blankenship. Mr. Blankenship retired from Atlanta Gas light Company in 1986 after 39 years and 6 months employment. He was the Regional Manager...
Herschel Shelton Langston
Jan 20, 2012
Mr. Herschel Shelton Langston, age 76, of Cedartown, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2012. He was born on May 30, 1935 in Piedmont, Alabama. He was the son of the late Mr. Shelton Langston and Mrs. Trudie Olean Word Langston. Mr. Langston is survived by his two sons, Jimmy Langston and Terry Langston; two sisters, Betty Rogers and Jeanette...
Sandra Faye Reaves Hill
Jan 19, 2012
Ms. Sandra Faye Reaves Hill, age 61, of Columbus, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2012. She was born on December 20, 1950 in Calhoun County, Alabama. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Floyd Richard and Ms. Beatrice Maybell Knight. Ms. Hill is survived by sisters, Ibe Gene Franks, Glenda Jacobs, Elizabeth Reaves and Angela McGatha and...
Amy Lou Jarrell
Jan 19, 2012
Mrs. Amy Lou Jarrell, age 80, of Cedartown passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2012. She was born August 3, 1931 in Floyd County, GA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Wiggins and Lucille Pyles Shell; daughter, Linda G. Ferguson; granddaughters, Amy Lynn Ferguson Goss and April Ferguson Ayers; brother, Robert "Jake" Wiggins, Jr. Mrs. Amy Lou...
Chad W. Armstrong
Jan 18, 2012
Mr. Chad W. Armstrong, age 34, of Temple, GA, formerly of Marietta passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2012. He was born October 14, 1978 in Austell, GA. He was an employee of Transport America. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Raymond and Edith Jordan and Mary and Elmer Armstrong. He is survived by wife, Christy LeeAnn Hammock Armstrong;...
Doris Ayers Daniel
Jan 18, 2012
Mrs. Doris Ayers Daniel, age 90, of Cedartown, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2012. She was born on April 22, 1921 in Haralson, County, GA. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Floyd and Pearl Ayers. Mrs. Daniel was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church, an active member and treasurer of the June...
Geraldine "Dink" Wilkerson Godfrey
Jan 17, 2012
Mrs. Geraldine "Dink" Wilkerson Godfrey, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2012. She was born on December 13, 1932 in Wilbarger County, Texas. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George and Chessie Chisum Wilkerson. Mrs. Godfrey had been a member of Collard Valley Baptist Church since 1945; she was the longest standing member of...
Nancy Carol Coulam James
Jan 16, 2012
Mrs. Nancy Carol Coulam James, age 68, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2012. She was born on February 2, 1943 in Lowell, Massachusetts. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nelson and Florence Lillian Coulam. Mrs. James is survived by her husband, Larry James; sons, Michael Wayne Jones and Robert Jesse Jones;...
Thomas Leroy Williamon
Jan 14, 2012
Mr. Thomas Leroy Williamon, age 88, of Fayetteville, GA, formerly of Cedartown, passed away Saturday, January 14, 2012. He was born on November 11, 1923 in Calhoun County, Alabama to the late Mr. William Roy Williamon and Mrs. Callie Lois Baker Williamon. Mr. Williamon was a veteran having proudly served in the United States Army. He later retired from Delta...
Karen Renee Oliver Bassett
Jan 10, 2012
Mrs. Karen Renee Oliver Bassett, age 53, of Visalia, CA, formerly of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2012. She was born on June 3, 1958. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Cecil Oliver and Mrs. Elizabeth Oliver. Renee was a very bright child who loved to learn, she often called herself a sponge when it...
James Clifford Reeves, Jr.
Jan 8, 2012
Mr. James Clifford Reeves, Jr., age 85, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2012. He was born on January 30, 1926 in LaGrange, GA. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Clifford and Ida Mae White Reeves, Sr. Mr. Reeves is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, James Reeves "Dink" and Ricky, Teresa...


