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.

James Kerlin McLendon, Jr.

James Kerlin McLendon, Jr.

Sep 27, 2026

Mr. James Kerlin McLendon, Jr., age 81, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born on February 22, 1945, in Rome, Georgia. He was the son of Kerlin and Theresa Davis McLendon.

Mr. McLendon served in the United States Army as a combat engineer from 1965-1972. He worked for the Polk County...

John Lee Dawson

John Lee Dawson

Sep 18, 2026

Mr. John Lee Dawson, age 50, of Calhoun GA, passed away on September 18, 2026. He was born in Rome, Georgia on January 26, 1976 to Johnny Lance Dawson and Gena Faye Hutto Odom.

John was loved by his two children Hannah Dawson and Mason Dawson; his mother and step father Gena Faye Hutto Odom and Jeff; his sister Autumn Dawson;...

Sarah Frances Edge

Sarah Frances Edge

Sep 16, 2026

Mrs. Sarah Frances Edge, age 95 of Cedartown, GA, passed away September 16th, 2026. Mrs. Edge was born in Cedartown, Georgia on August 28, 1931. She was the daughter of the late Mr. James Edward Foster and Mrs. Bertha Pittman Foster.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband James V. Edge; her sisters, Magdalene Tanner, Sue Groves, Faye...

Susan Ann Avery

Susan Ann Avery

Sep 12, 2026

Ms. Susan Ann Avery, age 69, of Cedartown, GA, passed away September 12th, 2026.

She was born in Gadsden, Alabama on January 24,1957 to the late Mr. Morris Edward Jones & Mrs. Elsie Mae Miles Jones.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Terry Wayne Jones.

She is survived by her sister, Mary Jones, and brother, Norris Edward Jones.

In...

Wayne H. Lott

Wayne H. Lott

Sep 3, 2026

Mr. Wayne H. Lott, age 85, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026.  He was born in Cedartown, Georgia on August 19, 1941. He was the son of the late Jack and Blanche Lott.

He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved sister Jackie McElwee.

He is survived by his...

Troy Lee Jamison

Troy Lee Jamison

Sep 2, 2026

Mr. Troy Lee Jamison, age 80 of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday September 2, 2026.  He was born on November 17, 1945 to the late Everett Dewey Jamison and Laura Mae Dial Jamison.

He is survived by his daughters, Carol Jamison and Lisa Jamison;  sons, Tony Jamison (Rhonda), Johnny Jamison, and Blake Jamison (Dani);  14 grandchildren...

Michael Leroy Hulsey

Michael Leroy Hulsey

Aug 31, 2026

Michael Hulsey age 65 passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026, at his home in Cedartown, Georgia. He was born on October 19, 1960, in Polk County to the late Leroy Hulsey and Edna Folsom.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Diane Lee and sister Deborah Wharton.

Michael took...

Annie Ruth Stroup

Annie Ruth Stroup

Aug 27, 2026

Annie Ruth Stroup (Cookie), age 88, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away peacefully and was called to her heavenly home on Thursday, August 27th, 2026.

Miss Annie Ruth Stroup retired from Liberty Mutual after 35 years. She dedicated her life to the Lord at a young age, enjoyed spending time at her childhood church, Southside Baptist, and listening...

Tommy Clyde Garner, Jr.

Tommy Clyde Garner, Jr.

Aug 26, 2026

Mr.Tommy Clyde Garner, Jr., age 66, of Cedartown GA, passed away on August 26th, 2026. He was born in Rome, Georgia on February 28, 1960 to Tommy Clyde Garner, Sr. and Brenda Bentley Slaughter.

Tommy was a proud veteran of the United States Army having served in Germany. He was a master mason and enjoyed the fellowship...

Melinda Ruth King

Melinda Ruth King

Aug 25, 2026

Mrs. Melinda Ruth King, age 61, of Cedartown GA, passed away on August 25h, 2026. She was born in Rockmart, Georgia on September 28, 1964 to the late Luther J. Jackson and Annie Ruth Nale Womack.

Mrs. King is preceded in death by her parents and spouse David Leslie.

She is survived by her 2...

Barbara Jo Chandler Bordynoski

Barbara Jo Chandler Bordynoski

Aug 8, 2026

Barbara Jo Chandler Bordynoski, age 82, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026.  She was born on June 2, 1944 in Cedartown, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Edgar Thomas Chandler, Sr. and Nova Robinson Chandler.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Jacqulin Smith, Mavor Carnes, Betty Henderson,...

Levon Mulkey

Levon Mulkey

Aug 7, 2026

Mr. Levon Mulkey, age 91, of Cedartown GA, passed away peacefully on August 7th, 2026.

Mr. Mulkey was born in Potash Alabama on October 17th, 1934. He was the son of the late Charlie and Ruby Mulkey. He was a veteran that proudly served in the United States Army.

Levon is preceded in death by...

Linda Faye Eaves Pope

Linda Faye Eaves Pope

Aug 5, 2026

Linda Faye Eaves Pope, age 77, of Cedartown GA, passed away peacefully on August 5th, 2026.

Ms. Pope was born in Cedartown, Georgia on May, 5th, 1949. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Herbert B. "Buck" Eaves and Mrs. Gladys E. Heath Eaves.

She is preceded in death by her parents as well...

Mary Inez Bowman

Mary Inez Bowman

Aug 1, 2026

Ms. Mary Inez Bowman, age 94 of Jacksonville AL, passed away August 1st, 2026. She was born in Cedartown, Georgia on June 11, 1932 and was the daughter of the late Mr. Lloyd and Mrs. Annie Blake Carter.

Ms. Bowman is preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband, James R. Bowman; daughter, Mary...

Wendell Joseph Holcomb, Sr.

Wendell Joseph Holcomb, Sr.

Jul 30, 2026

Olin L. Gammage and Sons Funeral Home

106 North College Street

Cedartown, GA 30125

770-748-1431

Obituary

Mr. Wendell Joseph Holcomb Sr., age 86 of Waco, GA, passed away July 30th, 2026.

Mr. Holcomb was born in Polk County, Georgia on September 16, 1939. He was the son...

Royce Douglas Hulsey

Royce Douglas Hulsey

Jul 28, 2026

Mr. Royce Douglas Hulsey passed away on Tuesday July 28th, 2026. Royce was born on November 10th, 1942 to parents Ben and Jewell Hulsey. He was a graduate of Cedartown High School, class of 1960.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Hulsey; brother, Mike Hulsey (Debra); and sister, Sheila Carter (David). He was also survived by...

Mary Jo Howell Walker

Mary Jo Howell Walker

Jul 24, 2026

Mrs. Mary Jo Howell Walker, affectionately known to many as Jody, age 86 of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Friday, July 24th, 2026.Mrs. Walker was born in Cleburne County (Oak Level), AL, on April 14th 1940, the daughter of the late Mr. William Harold Howell and Mrs. Para Pruitt Howell.

She was a resident of Cedartown for...

Jean Pittman Puckett

Jean Pittman Puckett

Jul 23, 2026

Ms. Jean Pittman Puckett, 87, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2026.  She was born on May 6, 1939 in Cedartown, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late George and Gladys Pittman.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Buford Pittman.

Ms. Puckett is survived by her...

Tonya Renee Burns

Tonya Renee Burns

Jul 13, 2026

Mrs. Tonya Renee Glass Burns, 55, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026.  She was born on September 29, 1970 in Rome, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Seals L. Glass and Edna Ruth Smith Stephens.

Mrs. Burns is survived by her husband, Richard "Erik" Burns; son, Christopher "Ivan" Burns and Charles...

Kenneth Lee Bedford

Kenneth Lee Bedford

Jul 2, 2026

Mr. Kenneth Lee Bedford, age 74, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away surrounded by family and friends Thursday, July 2026.  He was born on January 2, 1952 in Cedartown, GA. He was the son of the late Hugh Wilford and Louise Anderson Bedford.

Kenneth was retired from the United States Postal Service. He was member of Second Baptist...

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