Obituaries

Friday, May 17, 2013

Joyce Ammons Green

Mrs. Joyce Ammons Green, age 79, of Armuchee, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Green was born in Floyd County, Georgia on August 28, 1933, daughter of the late Herschel Ammons and the late Nellie Weese Ammons. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Violet Radney. Mrs. Green was a member of the Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church.

Joyce accompanied her husband for 21 years of military service in the U. S. and foreign countries. She was a graduate of San Antonio College of Business and was employed by the U. S. Department of Government at Brook Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Upon her husband’s retirement, she transferred to the U. S. Department of Agriculture, headquartered in Athens, GA where she worked until her retirement.

Survivors include her husband, James “Jim” Green, Armuchee; a daughter, Mrs. Freda Carney, Marietta; a sister, Mrs. Martha Faye Gilbert, Lindale.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Sunday from 3 until 5pm. A private graveside service will be held on Monday, May 20, 2013, at Floyd Memory Gardens with the Rev. Mac McCurry officiating. At other hours, the family may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Eagles Sunday School Class at Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church, 735 Old Summerville Road, Rome, GA 30165.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Dorothy “Maw Maw” Wheeler

Mrs. Dorothy “Maw Maw” Wheeler, age 81, of 15 Vantassel Drive, Lindale, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Wheeler was born in Armuchee, Georgia on January 21, 1932, daughter of the late J. J. Kilgore and the late Josie Annie May Wilson Kilgore. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Newton P. Wheeler, Jr., on October 21, 2010, and by a brother, John Kilgore. Prior to retirement, Mrs. Wheeler worked for a number of years at Lindale Manufacturing Company. She was a member of the Park Avenue Baptist Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Suzann Jennings, and her husband, Bill, Lindale; a son, Lance Wheeler, and his wife, Kathy, Rome; 4 grandchildren, April Barlow, Larissa Perry, and her husband, Joe, Rebecca Wheeler, and Zach Wheeler; 4 great grandchildren, Russ Barlow, Gracie Barlow, Austin Sheppard, and Bella Perry; a great-great granddaughter, Amira Barlow; 3 sisters, Lois Bell, Woodstock and Faye Smith, Rome, and Ruth Bagley, Covington; a brother, Steve Kilgore, Rome; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at 4:30pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, with the Rev. Dennis Conway officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Sunday from 2:30pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Sunday at 4pm and include: Russ Barlow, Zach Wheeler, Harold Parm, Kenneth Ford, Kelley Fuller, and Derrick Holcombe.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Dailey Anderson Bearden

Mr. Dailey Anderson Bearden, age 90, of 79 Boyd Road, Rome, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2013, at his residence.

Mr. Bearden was born in Chatsworth, Georgia on May 16, 1923, son of the late Doc Bearden and the late Lillie Henderson Bearden. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II and was of the Baptist faith. Prior to retirement, Mr. Bearden worked for a number of years for the Fairbanks Company. Following retirement, he was a farmer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Johnny Bearden, and a granddaughter, Reatha Michelle Bearden.

Survivors include his wife, the former Atrice Mae Gilmore; 2 daughters, Mrs. Rita Garrison-Jenkins, Rome, and Mrs. Reatha Dowdy, Rome; a son, Robert Bearden, Rome; 8 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mary Bearden and Viola Elrod; a brother, Lon Sidney “Bo” Bearden; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, with the Rev. Micca Gillespie officiating. Interment will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard presenting military honors.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Saturday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers and are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Sunday at 1:30pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Pastor James Windle Bishop

Pastor James Windle Bishop, age 66, of 241 Ward Mountain Road, Kingston, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at a local hospital.

Pastor Bishop was born in Floyd County, Georgia on October 2, 1946, son of Mary Elizabeth Thacker Bishop and the late James Bishop. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Rose Marie Harris Bishop, on February 6, 2008. Pastor Bishop was a graduate of Johnson High School and had received a Doctorate of Philosophy in Religious Education from the International Seminary in Plymouth, Florida. He owned and operated Roller Kingdom for a number of years. Pastor Bishop was a member and former Pastor of The Tabernacle on the Kingston Highway. He loved gardening and flowers and especially loved apple trees and his apple orchard.

Survivors include his wife, the former Brenda Sue Presley, to whom he was married on March 4, 2011; a daughter, Mrs. Suzanne Bishop Hooker, and her husband, Tim, Kingston; a son, Windle Mark Bishop, and his wife, Cindy, Rome; a step-daughter, Lauren Elizabeth Denning, Roswell; grandchildren, Ashleigh Hooker Vaughn, and her husband, Taylor, Miles Hooker, and Dax Bishop; a great granddaughter, Charlotte Rose “Charleigh” Vaughn; his mother, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Bishop, Lindale; 3 sisters, Mrs. Jennie Pruitt, and her husband, Donnie, Alpharetta, Mrs. Doris Fleming, and her husband, Fred, Piedmont, AL, and Mrs. Lynn Baker, and her husband, Mike, Lindale; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; a special canine companion “Rocky” also survives.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013, at 7pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, with the Rev. Mikel Garrett, Mr. Wayne Shelley, and Rev. Charles Izell officiating. Private interment services will be held on Saturday at Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Friday from 5pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Honorary pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Friday at 6:30pm and include: Miles Hooker, Mark Sams, Mark Davis, Matthew Hankins, Dax Bishop, Matthew Bevels, and Taylor Vaughn.

Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Floydie Jackson Bragg, Jr.

Mr. Floydie Jackson Bragg, Jr., age 88, 1245 Chulio Road, Rome, passed away Wednesday morning, May 15, 2013, in a local health care facility.

Mr. Bragg was born in Floyd County on February 12, 1925, son of the late Floyd Jackson Bragg, Sr. and the late Carrie Mae White Bragg. He was also preceded in death by his wife, the former Jessie Mae Casey in 2003, by 2 daughters, Joyce Ward and Patricia Bragg, by 4 sisters, Irene Sutton, Minnie Landers, Nellie Payne, and Clara Roberts, by 2 infant brothers, and by 2 grandchildren. Mr. Bragg was employed by the Ledbetter Company for over 30 years prior to his retirement from Bartow County Public Works, following over 30 years of employment. He was a member of the Spring Creek Baptist Church and enjoyed his meeting of the Coffee Club at the East Rome McDonalds.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Ms. Ruthie Vandiver, Rome, and Mrs. Janice Payne, and her husband, Dwight, Rome; 3 sons, Lester Bragg, and his wife, Linda, Hiram, Donald Bragg, and his wife, Regina, Rome, and Charles Bragg, and his wife, Kathy, Cedartown; 13 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with the Rev. Jim Reynolds officiating and with his son-in-law, Dwight Payne, and his grandson-in-law, Jerry Roden delivering eulogies. Interment will follow in Spring Creek Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Friday from 12 noon until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of a granddaughter, Mrs. Starla Roden, 163 Tate Estates Road, Rome, GA 30161.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Great grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers. All are requested to assemble at the funeral home on Friday at 1:30pm.

The family extends sincere thanks to the staff of caregivers at Chulio Hills Health and Rehabilitation for their exemplary care during Mr. Bragg’s stay there.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Sarah Frances Duvall

Sarah Frances Duvall, age 92, of 22 Tamassee Lane, Rome, died Wed. Afternoon in a Rome hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Audrey Reed

Mrs. Audrey Reed, age 90, died at the home of a daughter, Margaret Oyler, 1818 Wayside Rd. Tuesday afternoon.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Rev. James Samuel “Jimmy” Ely

Rev. James Samuel “Jimmy” Ely, age 63, 182 Albert Avenue, Rome, passed away Saturday evening, May 11, 2013, at his residence.

Rev. Ely was born in Floyd County on October 25, 1949, son of the former Margaret Anne Garris and the late M. M. “Merk” Ely. Prior to his becoming disabled, he, with his father, owned and operated J. & M. Auto Cleanup Service for over 17 years. A gospel minister, Rev. Ely served as Pastor at Southside Baptist Church for 16 years following several interim pastorates. He was a member of the Congregation Beth Aliyah.

Survivors include his wife, the former Marsha Williams, to whom he was married on October 29, 1967; a daughter, Mrs. Mechelle Adams, and her husband, Randy, Rome; a son, Jason Ely, and his wife, Christie, Rome; 5 grandchildren, Brittany Adams, Courtney Adams, Destiny Adams, Cameron Ely, and Ashley Ely, all of Rome; his mother, Mrs. Margaret Ely, Rome; a brother, Ronald Ely, Sr., and his wife, Bonnie, Calhoun; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with Pastor Steve Coyle and the Rev. Jonathan Graham officiating. Interment will follow in Rome Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Wednesday from 1pm until service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective homes.

Men from Congregation Beth Aliyah will serve as pallbearers and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Wednesday at 2:30pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Dorothy Hellon Abernathy Womack

Mrs. Dorothy Hellon Abernathy Womack, age 87, 1170 Chulio Road, Rome, formerly of the Old Rome Road, Kingston, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013, in a local health care facility.

Mrs. Womack was born in Bartow County, Georgia on August 22, 1926, daughter of the late T. E. Abernathy and the late Zadie Kelly Abernathy. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Dewey Womack, on March 19, 2001, by a son Jimmy Womack, by a grandson, Jason Snead, and by 8 siblings. Mrs. Womack was a homemaker and was a member of the Silver Creek Church of God. Prior to becoming disabled, she was active in several Senior Adult Ladies Ministries including those at Silver Creek Church of God.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Mrs. Jeanette Smith, and her husband, R. E., Aragon, and Mrs. Phyllis Gibbs, and her husband, Jackie, Kingston; 2 sons, Dean Womack, and his wife, Barbara, Lakeland, FL, and Darrell Womack, and his wife, Wanda, Kingston; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at 11am at the Silver Creek Church of God with the Rev. Elgin Williams and the Rev. Jerald Eaves officiating. Interment will follow in the family lot at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Kingston.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Tuesday from 6 until 9pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at the church on Wednesday at 10:30am and include: Billy Abernathy, Kenneth Hall, Jerry Smith, Brent Smith, Michael Ashmore, Shane Taylor, Josh Green, and Steve Gibbs. Honorary: Jamie Chadwick.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Lila Henderson Callaway Youngblood

Mrs. Lila Henderson Callaway Youngblood, age 89, Port Charlotte, FL, formerly of Lindale, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013, in Fawcett Memorial Hospital in Port Charlotte, FL.

She was born in Richland County, SC on December 7, 1923, daughter of the late George Macon and Rosalee Hamilton Henderson. She was also preceded in death by her first husband and father of her children, Ernest M. Callaway, by 2 sisters, Grace Henderson Sisson and Bonnie Henderson Ware, and by 4 brothers, Ralph Henderson, Clifford Henderson, Paul Henderson, and Jack Henderson.

Mrs. Callaway lived most of her life in and around Lindale. She retired from General Electric where she was employed in the payroll department for many years. Lila was passionate about her family. She loved each and every one with all of her heart. Her heart was big enough to not only embrace family members, but her many very good friends, who loved her as well. Her religion was central in her life. She loved the Lindale United Methodist Church where she was a member from childhood until she moved to Florida in 1993. She enjoyed singing in the church choir. Another of her pleasures was travel. She was proud of the fact that she had visited forty-nine of the fifty states, Mexico, and all the provinces of Canada. She loved spending summers in Alaska until her health prevented her from traveling.

Survivors include her husband, Charles Youngblood; her daughter, Mrs. Paulette Callaway Hadarits, and her husband, Herman; her son, Michael Callaway; three grandchildren, Gary Hadarits, and his wife, Tania, Christopher Hadarits, and his wife, Heather, and Robin Hadarits Geaney, and her husband, Sean; 5 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ruth Henderson Rogers Roach, Rome, and Mrs. Evelyn Henderson Tillery, Lindale; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with the Rev. Gene Collum officiating and with her good friend, Mrs. Dot Kent delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 12 noon until the funeral hour. At other times, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Her grandsons, grandson-in-law, and her nephews will serve as pallbearers and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Tuesday at 1:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lindale United Methodist Church, 3401 Maple Road, SE, Lindale, GA 30147.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Margaret Ann Jolly

Mrs. Margaret Ann Jolly, age 80, 28 Pine Ridge Drive, Silver Creek, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Jolly was born in Polk County on August 14, 1932, daughter of the late Charles and Nora Head Cason. She was also preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Harold Jolly on March 17, 2005, and by a sister, Carolyn Smith. Mrs. Jolly retired from Rome Manufacturing Co. following over 10 years of employment. She was a member of the Pleasant Valley South Baptist Church and was active in the “Prime Timers”.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Mrs. Joan Jolly Brady, and her husband, Dereck, Rome, and Mrs. Melanie Jolly Mansell, and her husband, Chuck, Silver Creek; a son, Rev. Mitch Jolly, and his wife, Jennifer, Silver Creek; 5 grandchildren, Gabriel Jolly, John Mark Jolly, and Daniel Jolly, all of Silver Creek, Rusty Mansell, and his wife, Brandy, Lindale, and Burt Dougharty, and his wife, Dawn, Cartersville; 6 great grandchildren, Ansley, Ashlyn, and Macenzie Dougharty, all of Cartersville, Kaylee, Molly, and Cailey Mansell, all of Lindale; a brother, Bobby Cason, Rockmart; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 10am at the Pleasant Valley South Baptist Church with her son, the Rev. Mitch Jolly, and her nephew, the Rev. Jimmy Cason officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Monday evening from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of the son, Mitch Jolly, 26 Pine Ridge Drive, Silver Creek.

Grandsons and her nephew, Dennis Smith will serve as pallbearers.

The family extends a special thanks to Heyman HospiceCare at Floyd, and the caregivers at Riverwood for their care for Mrs. Jolly.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

John Robert Watson

Mr. John Robert Watson, age 93, of 5628 Cedartown Highway, Lindale, passed away on Friday morning, May 10, 2013, at a local healthcare facility.

Mr. Watson was born in Chattoogaville, Georgia on August 1, 1919, son of the late George Louis Watson and the late Essie Iola Weathington Watson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Ruby Jeanette Justice Watson, on December 31, 2009, by a son-in-law, Franklin West, by 4 sisters, and by 1 brother. Mr. Watson was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving during World War II. He worked for over 30 years at Pepperell Manufacturing in Lindale and then retired after 17 years from Alcan Aluminum Company. Mr. Watson was also known locally as a truck farmer and he loved to fish.

Mr. Watson was a charter member and deacon of the Cedar Valley Baptist Church. For several years, he along with Mrs. Watson would minister to others by going to various nursing homes and singing before Rev. L. C. Wright would preach.

Mr. Watson is survived by 3 children, Robert Lewis Watson, and his wife, Judy, Silver Creek, Mrs. Joan Marie West, Rome, and Mrs. Amanda Marie Gilbert, and her husband, Danny, Cedartown; a grandson, Tim Watson, Silver Creek; 2 great grandchildren, David Henderson, III and Courtney Henderson; a sister, Mrs. Betty Rogers, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 13, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, with Dr. Wayne Wright and Mr. Lamar Wright officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard presenting military honors.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Monday from 1pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Both active and honorary pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Monday at 1:30pm and include: Active: Roland Justice, Odell Justice, David West, Adrian Wright, Jonathan Mitchell, Sherman Waits, and Robert Bannister. Honorary: Robert Michael Pate and David Michael Henderson, III.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Elizabeth Virginia “Betty” Morrison Floyd

Mrs. Elizabeth Virginia “Betty” Morrison Floyd, age 86, 3126 Cedartown Highway, Apt. 1111, Rome, passed away Sunday morning, May 12, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Floyd was born in Miami, FL on March 23, 1927, daughter of the late Clinton Edwin Morrison, Sr. and the late Vivian Naomi Burns Morrison. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James William Floyd, Sr. in May, 1975, and by a brother, Clinton Edwin Morrison, Jr.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Mrs. Sharon Floyd Koon, and her husband, Joseph, Mebane, NC, and Ms. Diana Floyd Cordell, Homestead, FL; a son, James William Floyd, Jr., and his wife, Sherry, Senoia, GA; a sister, Mrs. Martha Jean Nash, Armuchee; 9 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at 11am in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel. Private interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

William Ralph Moss

Mr. William Ralph Moss, age 81, of Lindale, passed away Friday May 10, 2013, at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Dora Haney.

Mr. Moss was born, May 18, 1931, in Polk County, Ga. A son of the late Jack Moss and Lottie Mae Wofford Moss. He was of the Baptist Faith, and was retired from Florida Rock as a equipment operator. Mr. Moss loved to read up on the Bible, and talk. He was preceded in death by, brothers, Winfred Moss and Herman Moss, sisters, Virginia Self and Carolina Moss.

Survivors include his wife of 43 years Odessa Moss, step children, Cleo (David) Sission, Joan Jones, Patricia Dollar, Hazel (Earl) Newberry, Ollie (Shelia) Ashley, Jimmy ( Debra) Ashley, sister and brother in law, Dora and Gordon Haney, nephews, Roger (Teresa) Self, Eric Haney, Lowell Haney, Ben Haney, nieces, Iris Haney, Penny Treglown , and Mollie Haney, and his beloved Dog Bozo.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday May 13, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home chapel , with Rev. Bobby Stephens, and Rev. Larry Woodson, officiating. Interment will follow in Anderson-Reeves Family Cemetery, near Rockmart. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until the hour of the service on Monday.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Gideon’s International P.O. Box 281, Lindale Ga. 30147.

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen, Randy Winklles, Frank Lipham, Gordon Haney, Ollie Ashley, Garvin Ashley, and Mark Cosper, and are asked to meet at the funeral home on Monday by 1:30 p.m.

Honorary pallbearers will be, Howard Winkles, and Roger Self.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. has charge of arrangements.

Patricia Ann Dowdy Alexander

Mrs. Patricia Ann Dowdy Alexander, age 65, of Rome passed away Friday May 10, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Mrs. Alexander was born April 7, 1948, in Floyd County, daughter of Frances Shuler Dowdy, and the late Frank Dowdy. She was a member of Fellowship Baptists Church and the Found Faithful Sunday School Class. Mrs. Alexander was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Eugene “Gene” Alexander on January 14, 2004.

Survivors include her children, Michelle Camp, Rome; Brian Alexander, and his wife, Christine, Nashville, Tn.; mother, Frances Shuler Dowdy, Rome; grandchildren, Ryan, Jonathan and Hailie Camp, AnnMarie and Joshua Alexander, great grandchildren, Collin Camp and Ella Camp, several nieces and nephews and cousins.

Services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday May 12, 2013, at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home Chapel, with her family giving her eulogy. The family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. until the hour of the service on Sunday.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexander, Va. 22312.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book and view the DVD on the life of Patricia Ann Dowdy Alexander.

Parnick Jenning, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165, charge of arrangements.

Friday, May 10, 2013

John Steven Wilkie

Mr. John Steven Wilkie, age 59, of Rome, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mr. Wilkie was born in Rome, Georgia on March 17, 1954, son of the late John Keith Wilkie and the late Beatrice Crump Hendrix. He was also preceded in death by his step-father who raised him, Bud Hendrix. He was a graduate of Pepperell High School and was of the Christian faith. Mr. Wilkie was a professional picture framer by trade and was co-owner of Artistic Frames in Jasper, Georgia for several years. He was an avid golfer and was a steward in friendship.

Survivors include his faithful partner of 25 years, Laura L. Burns, Rome; 2 sisters, Mrs. Leigh Langley, and her husband, Brad, Rome, and Ms. Aime Wilkie, Atlanta; a brother, Joe Wilkie, and his wife, Sharon, Cedartown; a step-son, Alex Pruitt, Gainesville; a granddaughter, Collins Pruitt, Gainesville; a nephew, Patrick Langley; a niece, Keri Wilkie; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at 6pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel. Friends of Mr. Wilkie will deliver eulogies.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Saturday from 5pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Big Canoe Chapel, 10455 Big Canoe, Big Canoe, GA 30143.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Harry Lawrence Jackson

Mr. Harry Lawrence Jackson, age 65, of Rome, passed away on Friday, May 03, 2013, at a local nursing home.

Mr. Jackson was born May 22, 1947, in Brooklyn, NY son of the late Henrietta S. Johnson and Harry L. Jackson. He was a U. S. Army veteran having honorably served during the Vietnam War. Mr. Jackson was an active member of the Rome congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints having traveled to the Temple in Utah. He was an Artist by trade sharing his talents with numerous people.

Survivors include his two children, Sidney Jackson, Baltimore, MD and Shakira Jackson, Washington, DC; His brother Ralph Jackson, numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

A celebration of his life will be held in the Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel Saturday, May 11, 2013, at 11 A.M. with Bishop Justin Monson officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory, has charge of the arrangements.

Mable Lucille Deems Ely

Mrs. Mable Lucille Deems Ely, age 80 of 85 Zona Kay Circle, Silver Creek, passed away on Thursday morning, May 9, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Ely was born in Polk County, Georgia on October 16, 1932, daughter of the late John Robert Deems and the late Julie Mae Goss Deems. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Junior Walter Ely, on April 18, 2013. Mrs. Ely was of the Baptist faith and retired from Integrated Products of Rome.

Survivors include 3 sons, Paul Gerry Ely, and his wife, Barbara, Cave Spring, Terry Walter Ely, and his wife, Pam, Silver Creek, and Lamar Sisson, and his wife, Crissy, Rome; 2 sisters, Ms. Annie Dell Ely, Silver Creek, and Ms. Willie Mae Ely, Silver Creek; 6 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2013, at 3:30pm from the graveside at Rome Memorial Park. The Rev. Steven Ely will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Saturday from 1 until 3pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Estelle Parker Studard

Mrs. Estelle Parker Studard, age 86, of Billy Pyle Road, Rome, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Studard was born in Floyd County on November 1, 1926, daughter of the late Felton William Parker and the late Ollie Mae Phillips Parker. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ernest W. Studard, Sr., in 1991, by a sister, Pat Willis, and by 4 brothers, Dewey, Wayne, Norman and Eugene Parker. Mrs. Studard was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church. She worked for over 30 years at Hilburn Shoe Store, retiring as manager. Following her retirement, she worked for 15 years as a greeter at Walmart in West Rome.

Survivors include a son, Ernest W. Studard, Jr., and his wife, Linda, Rome; 3 grandchildren, Walter Studard, and his wife, Anna, Atlanta, Mrs. Andrea Corey, and her husband, Billy, Silver Creek, and Mrs. Valerie Reed, and her husband, Aaron, Summerville; 5 great grandchildren; a brother, J. W. Parker, Warm Springs, GA; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory with Mr. Barry Henderson officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory, on Friday from 5 until 7pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Harry Lawrence Jackson

Mr. Harry Lawrence Jackson, age 65, of Rome, passed away on Friday, May 03, 2013, at a local nursing home.

Mr. Jackson was born May 22, 1947, in Brooklyn, NY son of the late Henrietta S. Johnson and Harry L. Jackson. He was a U. S. Army veteran having honorably served during the Vietnam War. Mr. Jackson was an active member of the Rome congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints having traveled to the Temple in Utah. He was an Artist by trade sharing his talents with numerous people.

Survivors include his two children, Sidney Jackson, Baltimore, MD and Shakira Jackson, Washington, DC; His brother Ralph Jackson, numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

A celebration of his life will be held in the Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel Saturday, May 11, 2013, at 11 A.M. with Bishop Justin Monson officiating. The American Legion Post $5 Honor Guard will present military honors. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory, has charge of the arrangements.

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Larry Randall “Baldy” Easterwood

Mr. Larry Randall “Baldy” Easterwood, age 47, of 48 Pleasant Hope Road, Silver Creek, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at a local hospital.

He was born in Floyd County on February 5, 1966, son of the late Richard Grady Easterwood and the late Eula Inez Godfrey Easterwood. Prior to becoming disabled, he was a tree worker by trade. Mr.Easterwood was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include a son, Corey Easterwood, Rome; 2 daughters, Lea Easterwood, Huntsville, AL and Tina Ritchie, and her husband, Joe, Calhoun; 3 sisters, Mrs. Judy Johnson, and her husband, Curtis, Silver Creek, Mrs. Ellen Hann, and her husband, Johnny, Rome, and Mrs. Rita Mabry, and her husband, Leon, Cedartown; 4 brothers, Kenneth Easterwood, and his wife, Kelly, Lindale, Larry Wayne Godfrey, and his wife, Vickie, Rome, Lamar Easterwood, and his fiancé, Ann Gilliam, Silver Creek, Billy Easterwood, and his wife Vickie, Rome; 2 grandchildren, Caden Easterwood and Jacob Ritchie; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Friday, May 10, 2013, at the Reynolds Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Bradford Thomas officiating. Interment will follow in the Floyd Memory Gardens.

Mr. Easterwood will be taken to the residence of his sister, Ellen Hann, 2704 Chulio Road, Rome, after 12 noon on Thursday where the family will receive friends.

He will be taken to the church on Friday to lie instate from 1pm until time for the service.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at the church at 1:30pm Friday and include, Thomas Dotson, Charlie Barker, Michael Freeman, Andy Smith, Josh Pegg, Frankie Coleman, Mark Mabry, and Roy Lee Easterwood.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Thelma Smith Carroll Ortwein

Mrs. Thelma Smith Carroll Ortwein, age 88, of 408 Woodward Street, Rome, passed away on Wednesday morning, May 8, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Ortwein was born in Floyd County, Georgia on February 3, 1925, daughter of the late Oscar Smith and the late Bessie Tillery Smith. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Grady Carroll, on September 4, 1953, and Herbert Ortwein, on April 28, 1996, by 2 sons, Larry Carroll and Ladell Carroll, and by 3 brothers, Walter “Buddy” Smith, William “Billy” Smith, and Bobby Smith. Mrs. Ortwein was a member of the Calhoun Avenue Baptist Church. Prior to retirement, she worked for a number of years for Galey & Lord as a spinner.

Survivors include a daughter, Ms. Glenda Snow, Rome; 2 sons, Jerry Carroll, and his wife, Betty, Rome, and Ronald Carroll, Rome; 2 daughters-in-law, Barbara Carroll, Rome, and Joan Carroll, Rome 3 sisters, Mrs. Annie Ruth Stanley, Rome, Mrs. Lois Pledger, and her husband, Burl, Rome, and Mrs. Joyce Brown, Adairsville; 2 brothers, Jimmy Smith, Rome, and Johnny Smith, Grove Oak, AL; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 10, 2013, at 12 noon in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, with the Rev. Earl Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow in East View Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Thursday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Friday at 11:30am and include: Jason Snow, Donald Stanley, Allen Snow, Grady Snow, Jr., Joey Pledger, and Matthew Green.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Sara Ann Conaway

Mrs. Sara Ann Conaway, age 74, 22 Clover Street, Rome, passed away Tuesday morning, May 7, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Conaway was born in Floyd County on May 31, 1938, daughter of the late Luther and Gracie Callahan Young. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Dallas Conaway on March 1, 1989, by a son-in-law, Ricky Brock, by 4 sisters, and by 2 brothers. Mrs. Conaway was employed for a number of years at Winthrop Manor Nursing Home and at the Piggly Wiggly on Maple Street. Upon her retirement, she was employed by her daughter-in-law at Paula’s Silver and Gold here in Rome. Mrs. Conaway was a member of the McFall Baptist Church, but had been attending the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Tammie Conaway Brock, Rome; 2 sons, Tony Conaway, Summerville, and Todd Conaway, and his wife, Paula, Silver Creek; 3 grandchildren, Mrs. Summer McBurnett, and her husband, Chris, Rome, D. J. Brock, and his wife, Katy, Rome, and Dallas Conaway, Silver Creek; 4 great grandchildren, Hayden, Colton, Dylan, and Emily McBurnett, all of Rome; a sister, Mrs. Limous Couey, Rome; a brother, Jerry Young, Springfield, Missouri; her canine companion, Beau; nieces and nephew also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2013, at 11am in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel. The Rev. Kenneth Conaway and the Rev. Danny Roberson will officiate with her son, Todd Conaway, delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens with the Rev. Teddy Harris officiating.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Wednesday evening from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of a grandson, D. J. Brock, 8 N. Harrison Street, Rome.

Pallbearers are requested to assemble at the funeral home on Thursday at 10:30am and include: Todd Conaway, Tony Conaway, Dallas Conaway, Chris McBurnett, Chip Fickett, Jacob Parker, Cecil Conway, and Gary Sharp.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Friday, May 3, 2013

Curtis Mack Brown

Mr. Curtis Mack Brown, age 50, 1368 Pleasant Valley Road, Silver Creek, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013.

Mr. Brown was born in Lancaster, CA on November 5, 1962, son of the former Mildred Lee Kirk and David Franklin Brown, Sr. Prior to his becoming disabled, he was a heavy equipment operator employed with Vulcan Materials for several years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include a daughter, Ms. Kristie Lee Brown, Armuchee; his parents, David Franklin Brown, Sr. and Mildred Brown, Silver Creek; a sister, Ms. Donna Brown, Silver Creek; a brother, David Franklin Brown, Jr., and his wife, Brenda, Silver Creek; a step-grandson, Andrew Suits, Armuchee; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 6, 2013 at 4pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel. The Rev. Gary Diggs will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Monday from 2pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Harry Thomas White

Mr. Harry Thomas White, age 62, of Temple, GA. Passed away Thursday May 2, 2013 in Temple.

Mr. White was born January 14, 1951, in Bartow County, a son of late Jack E. White, and Sarah E. Grimes White. He was a of the Baptist Faith. Mr. White coached youth baseball for many years in Rome and Bremen, before his retirement he was employed by the State of Georgia as correctional officer. Mr. White was a veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Linda Reeves White, brother, John White, Sr. sister, Kathy Cantrell.

Survivors include his sons, Thomas “Tank” White, and his wife, Teresa, Chattanooga, TN; Christopher White, Rome; Mark White, and his wife, Brandy, Rome; Justin Ghorley, Temple, brothers, James (Glenise) White, Cedartown; Willis White, Cedartown; sisters, Jeanette Worsham, Calhoun; Ann (Jimmy) Goss, Calhoun; Opal (Charles) Benefield, Fernandina Beach, FL; Alma (Morris) Rice, Armuchee, Michelle Baird, Armuchee; Letha Oakes, Rome; Kay (Gary)McCarley, Shannon; Jackie (Gary) Horton, Ringglod; grandchildren, Grant White, Garrett White, Hannah White, Lauren White, Maggie Jon White, Ian Cameron White, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Monday May 6, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Tim Rice, and Rev. Larry White, officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens, with Shanklin-Attaway Post Five Honor Guard of the American Legion in charge of military graveside rites. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of the service on Monday at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen, Kevin Cantrell, John White, Jr. David Worsham, James White, Willis White, Eric McCarley, Greg Oakes, and Jeremy Culberson, and they asked to meet at the funeral home on Monday by 2:30 P.M.

Please visit our website, www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book and view the DVD on life of Mr. Harry Thomas White.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Vallie E. McDaniel

Mrs.Vallie E. McDaniel, age 90, of Rome, formerly of West Virginia, died May 2, 2013 in a Rome healthcare facility.

She was born in Webster Springs,W.VA. and spent most of her life in W.VA prior to coming to Rome to make her home with her daughter and son-in-law, Jetty Jo and Walter Dodson, 11 Stonebrook Dr.,SW, Rome. The body will be carried to W.VA. today for interment in St.Albans cemetery. Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Opal Louise Tyree Green Wooten

Mrs. Opal Louise Tyree Green Wooten, age 88, 12 Chateau Drive, Rome, passed away Wednesday evening, May 1, 2013, in a local health care facility.

Mrs. Wooten was born in Jackson County, AL on March 23, 1925, daughter of the late Euell Arthur Tyree and the late Dora Haynes Tyree. She was also preceded in death by her first husband and father of her children, Rev. James C. Green on February 25, 1979, by her late husband, Hershel J. Wooten in July 2000, by a son, Brady Green on September 7, 2009, by 4 sisters, Mildred Bannister, Samantha Digsby, Genora Meadows, and Imogene Bradshaw, by 3 brothers, Euell, Hubert, and Buford Tyree, and by a step-daughter, Mary Ann Hampton. She was a retired private duty Licensed Practical Nurse and attended Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Mrs. Lynell Green McClure, and her husband, Bruce, Savannah, and Mrs. Jane Green Carroll, and her husband, John, Lindale; a son, Stephen Green, Marietta; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Trudy Donahue Green, Powder Springs; a step-son, Ricky Wooten, Cedartown; 8 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 2pm at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church with the Rev. Thomas Wheeler and the Rev. David Abernathy officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Friday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at their respective residences.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Saturday at 1:30pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Richard “Dick” Hannay

Mr. Richard “Dick” Hannay, age 90, 3126 Cedartown Highway, Apt. 1219, Rome, passed away Thursday morning, May 2, 2013, at his residence.

Mr. Hannay was born in Westerlo, NY on January 2, 1923, son of the late Edwin Eugene and Florence Haines Hannay. He was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corps and served during World War II. Following his service, he was employed with Convair Aircraft at Cape Canaveral, FL for approximately 15 years, working on the Atlas Missile Program. He then was employed with Duke Power Co. in Gastonia, NC for 9 years prior to his retirement. Following his retirement, he relocated to the Ft. Myers, FL area and was in real estate sales. In 1992, they relocated to Rome to be near his son. Mr. Hannay was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lindale.

Survivors include his wife, the former Phyllis Velie, to whom he was married on January 11, 1947; 2 sons, Curtis Richard Hannay, Pagosa Springs, CO, and Dr. Keith Hannay, and his wife, Marsha, Rome; 5 grandchildren, Christopher Andrew Hannay and Zachary Curtis Hannay, both of Orlando, FL, Rebekah Susanne Jordan, and her husband, Justin, Leesburg, VA, Amanda Lynn Clark, and her husband, Aaron, Atlanta, and Mark Richard Hannay, Macon; a great grandson, Canon James Jordan, Leesburg, VA; a sister, Mrs. Carolyn Long, and her husband, Pete, Perry, GA; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 11am in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with the Rev. Eric Whelchel officiating. Interment will follow in Rome Memorial Park with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard extending military honors.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Saturday from 10am until service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Lindale, P. O. Box 26, Lindale, GA 30147.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

John Fred Streetman, Jr

John Fred Streetman, Jr., 29, of Las Vegas, Nevada died Sunday, April 28, 2013 in Las Vegas.

Mr. Streetman was born June 24, 1983 in Rome, son of John Fred Streetman, Sr. and Paula Jo Anne Caldwell Streetman. He was a U. S. Marine veteran and an avid Cross Fit enthusiast. John enjoyed life to the fullest and he loved his family. We will miss him deeply, however, his memories are forever cherished in our hearts.

Survivors include his parents, John Fred Streetman, Sr. and Paula Jo Anne Caldwell Streetman, Plainville; sister, Amanda Horne, and her husband, Matthew, Woodstock; maternal grandparents, John and Roberta Caldwell, Rome; three nieces, Madison Elaine, Sarah Marie and Kaylee Grace Horne, Woodstock; several uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 05, 2013 in the Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel at 4:00 p.m. with Reverend Stephen Horne and Revered Andy Hutchins officiating. A committal service will be held Monday, May 06 in the Georgia National Cemetery, Canton at 2:00p.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until the funeral hour. At other times they may be reached at their respective residence.

Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory has charge of the arrangements.

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Mrs. Ezell B. Hardegree, age 81, of 25 Little Texas Valley Rd., NE, Armuchee, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Hardegree was born in Powder Springs, GA on March 15, 1932, daughter of the late Leonard Burndrum and the late Ruby Covington Burndrum. She was a homemaker who enjoyed being “a mother to everyone”. Mrs. Hardegree was a member of Armuchee Baptist Church for many years. Her wisdom will continue to influence us and generations to come. Thank you for the memories and happy times. Mrs. Hardegree was also preceded in death by her husband, Walter Cecil Hardegree.

Survivors include her three sons, Jerry Hardegree, and his wife, Melissa, Felton, Larry Hardegree, and his wife, Vicki, Felton, and Wayne Hardegree, and his wife, Amanda, Rome; four daughters, Linda Johnson, and her husband, Clyde, Rome, Pat Boling, and her husband, Tommy, Canton, Deborah Allen, Armuchee, and Annette Thrasher, and her husband, Doug, Armuchee; eleven grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 4pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel with the Rev. Glenn Clonts and Chaplain Mitzi Oates officiating. Interment will follow in Armuchee Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel on Friday from 5 until 7pm. At other times, they will be at their respective residences.

Active pallbearers will include her grandsons and are asked to assemble at the funeral home on Saturday at 3:30pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Bessie Sue Hampton

Mrs. Bessie Sue Hampton, age 79,of Rome passed away Monday April 29, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Mrs. Hampton was born November 5, 1933, in Chattooga County, she was a member of East Rome Baptist Church, Kings Daughters Sunday School Class, and Dizzy Berry Garden Club. Mrs. Hampton loved to, Garden, Sew, Cooking, Reading, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Elton Hampton, mother, Elba Skinner, and a son Edward Hampton.

Survivors include her children, Vicky (John)Roberson, Rome; Rhonda Caldwell, Rome; Jackie (Becky) Hampton, Lindale; Ricky Hampton, Rome; Regina Gann, Rome; grandchildren, Candace Camp, Robbie Camp, Shane Camp, Jonathan Roberson, Chad Hampton, Lauren Hampton, Master Sargent, Joseph Caldwell, Christopher John Caldwell, and Clint Gann,, 8 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday May 2, 2013, at Parncik Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home chapel, with Rev. Mike Sutherland, and Rev. Ken Hinkley, officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday May 1, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen. Chad Hampton, C.J. Caldwell, Ben Stroupe, Danny Peace, Ricky Camp, Leslie Sexton, Ricky Smith, and Nicholas Caldwell, and are asked to meet at the funeral home by 1:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book and view the DVD on the life of Mrs. Bessie Sue Hampton.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165, has charge of the arrangements.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Mary Elizabeth Otts Sparks

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Otts Sparks, age 76, of 28 Montre Circle SE, Silver Creek, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013 at a local hospital.

She was born in Floyd County, June 25, 1936, daughter of the late Marvin Pickney Otts, Sr. and the late Mary Ellen Waldrop Otts. After the death of her parents, she had resided in Gadsden, Collinsville and Center Point, AL, returning to Rome in 1950. After returning to Rome, she attended Rome Junior High School and graduated from Rome Senior High School in the Class of 1954. She was employed in the credit department at Sears for a period of time and was later employed in the offices of Dr. Milton McNeil, DDS. She was a member of the Liberty View Baptist Church. She was fortunate to be able to travel with her husband during his tenure in the military which included Hawaii, the Philippines, Cuba and several states in America. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by seven siblings; John Wesley Otts, Annie Ruth Otts, Edith Louise Otts, Benjamin Franklin Otts, Marvin Pickney Otts, Jr., Ray William Otts, and Roy Shaw Otts.

Survivors include her husband, Doyal Wayne Sparks, to whom she was married in September of 1954; 3 daughters, Karen Faith Sparks, Rome, Judith Lynn Sparks, Cedartown, and Connie Elizabeth Dugger, and her husband, Michael, Dallas, GA; one son, Michael Wayne Sparks, and his wife, Lyn, Pensacola, FL; 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with her pastor, the Rev. Ladell Jacobs and the Rev. Tim Dickens officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends on Thursday from 12 noon until time for the service. At other hours, they may be contacted at their respective residences.

Pallbearers serving are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Thursday at 1:30pm and include: Bill Whittle, James Whittle, Billy Tyree, Jr., Jack Sharp, Jonathan Sparks, and George Peach.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Ezma Lucille Bright Studdard

Mrs. Ezma Lucille Bright Studdard, age 93, 3306 Maple Road, Lindale, passed away Monday, April 29, 2013, at the residence of her daughter.

Mrs. Studdard was born in Spring Garden, AL on June 18, 1919, daughter of the late John Albert Bright and the late Jeanette (Jennie) Kelly Bright. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Harold “Bud” Studdard on March 29, 1970, by a daughter, Shelby Jean Haygood, by a son, Mark John “Jack” Studdard, and by 10 siblings. Mrs. Studdard was a homemaker and was a member of the Lindale Church of God where she was active in the Joy Club.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Syble Marie Williamson, Lindale; 5 sons, Luther Lamar Studdard, and his wife, Kay, Lindale, Billy Studdard, and his wife, Peggy, Oviedo, FL, Rev. Glen Studdard, and his wife, Frankie, Silver Creek, Clyde Studdard, and his wife, Patricia, Rome, and Donald Studdard, and his wife, Gail, Lindale; 21 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, 8 great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 3, 2013, at 2pm at the Lindale Church of God with the Rev. Will Clonts officiating and with her grandson, the Rev. Doug Studdard delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Thursday evening from 5 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at her residence.

The following grandsons and great grandsons will serve as pallbearers and are requested to assemble at the Lindale Church of God on Friday at 1:30pm: Austin Adams, Drew Sledge, Dustin Sledge, Brian Studdard, Greg Studdard, and Kolby Clifton.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Monday, April 29, 2013

Linda Kay O’Neal Madrie

Mrs. Linda Kay O’Neal Madrie, age 69, 1170 Chulio Road, Rome, passed away Monday morning, April 29, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Madrie was born in Floyd County on December 3, 1943, daughter of the late Milledge Joseph O’Neal, Sr. and the late Eula Velma Johnson O’Neal. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Allen Madrie, by a daughter, Lisa Whitaker, by 4 sisters, Mary Frances Madrie, Lily Velma Garrett, Addie Sue O’Neal, and Shirley Ann Garrett, and by 3 brothers, Tommy, Johnny, and James O’Neal. Mrs. Madrie was a homemaker and was a member of the Doyle Road Baptist Church.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Mrs. Christie Allen, and her husband, Jeff, Lindale, and Ms. Mistie Pierce, Lindale; 2 sons, Rev. Frankie Madrie, and his wife, Pam, Silver Creek, and Tommy Madrie, Rome; a sister, Mrs. Diane Rose, and her husband, James, Rome; 3 brothers, M. J. O’Neal, Jr., and his wife, Lois, Rome, David O’Neal, and his wife, Debra, Cedartown, and Teddy O’Neal, Texas; 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with the Rev. Wayne Kines and her grandson, Kerry Burnette officiating. Interment will follow in Rome Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Wednesday from 12 noon until service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of a son, Rev. Frankie Madrie, 29 Jack Street, Silver Creek, GA 30173.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Wednesday at 1:30pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Floyd Eugene Wester

Mr. Floyd Eugene Wester, age 81, of Rome passed away Sunday April 28, 2013, in a Rome Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday at New Armuchee Baptist Church, with Rev. Jim Barkley, Rev. Harold Elrod, and her grandson, Andy Dollar, officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens, with Shanklin-Attaway Post Five Honor Guard of the American Legion in charge of military graveside rites. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday May 1, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Mary Ophelia Austin

Mary Ophelia Austin, age 77, of 118 East Main St.,Rome died Monday, April 29th. In Floyd Medical Center.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Friday, April 26, 2013

John Richard Holcombe

Mr. John Richard Holcombe, age 86, 46 Cliffbrink Drive, Lindale, passed away Thursday evening, April 25, 2013.

Mr. Holcombe was born in Polk County on December 31, 1926, son of the late John Charles and Janie Ellen Scoggins Holcombe. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Avanelle “Nell” Holcombe on June 14, 2010, and by a daughter, Teresa Holcombe Neal on November 6, 2010. Mr. Holcombe was a veteran of the United States Navy having served in World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was the Letter Carrier in Lindale with the United Postal Service for over 16 years. He enjoyed the outdoors and traveling and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lindale.

Survivors include a special cousin that was more like a brother, Mr. Robert “Bob” Scoggins, and his wife, Elder, Lindale; other cousins also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 29, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with his Pastor, the Rev. Tim Burnham officiating. Interment will follow in East View Cemetery with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard extending military honors.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Monday from 12:30pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Honorary pallbearers will include his “Bojangle’s Buddies” and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Monday at 1:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Peggy Ann Holmes Akins

Ms. Peggy Ann Holmes Akins, age 65, of 61-A Northridge Court, Rome, passed away on Wednesday evening, April 24, 2013, at a local hospital.

Ms. Akins was born in Hartwell, Georgia on February 29, 1948, daughter of the late Spurgeon Holmes and the late Sara Holmes Byrum. She was of the Pentecostal faith. Ms. Akins owned and operated Northridge Stop and Shop for a number of years.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Tracey Cargle, and her husband, Tim, Rome; a son, Kevin Akins, Rome; a granddaughter, Katie Cargle, Rome; 2 brothers, James Holmes, Huntsville, AL, and Lee Holmes, Maryville, TN; nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel. The Rev. John Moates will officiate with Mr. Rick Jacobs delivering the eulogy.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Sunday from 1pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Joann Lanham Thompson

Mrs. Joann Lanham Thompson, age 73, 505 North Fifth Avenue, Rome, passed away Monday evening, April 22, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Thompson was born in Floyd County on June 3, 1939, daughter of the late Jack Willerson and the late Rose Bratcher. She was also preceded in the by her husband, Henry Gordon Thompson, by a grandson, and by 4 half-brothers. Mrs. Thompson was employed for several years with Coosa Baking here in Rome and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her daughter, Mrs. Vickey McConnell, and her husband, Jim, Rome; 3 sons, Steve Thompson, Dalton, Lamar Thompson, and his wife, Pam, Rome, and Erskine Thompson, and his wife, Stacey, Lindale; her step-mother, Mrs. Flora Bell Willerson, Rome; 3 sisters, Mrs. Glenda Culpepper, Rome, Mrs. Betty Holden, Lindale, and Mrs. Mary Hulsey, and her husband, Leon, Rome; 6 brothers, David Bratcher, and his wife, Sandra, Rome, Danny Bratcher, and his wife, Sandy, Lindale, Dennis Bratcher, and his wife, Vivian, Adairsville, Donald Bratcher, and his wife, Ann, Rome, Ricky Bratcher, and his wife, Penny, Rockmart, and Robin Bratcher, and his wife, Glenda, Lenoir, NC; 6 half-brothers, Tommy Willerson, Rome, Ronnie Willerson, Rome, Kevin Willerson, Rome, Charles Stoner, Rome, Donald Stoner, Rome, and Tommy Stoner, Rome; 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel with the Rev. Ladell Jacobs officiating. Interment will follow in Rome Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel on Wednesday evening from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at their respective residences.

Pallbearers are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home South Chapel on Thursday at 1:30pm and include: Calvin Towe, Jim Holden, Travis Lumpkin, Loyd Towe, Jimmy Towe, and Ty Pelfrey.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel has charge of the funeral arrangements.

James Lee Stewart

Mr. James Lee Stewart, 79, of Armuchee, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at a local hospital.

Mr. Stewart was born April 19, 1934 in Lafayette, GA, son of the late Fred Lee Stewart and the late Lucile Chapman Stewart. He was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. Mr. Stewart worked at various jobs, however his passion was farming. He was active in the Rome Shrine Club, serving as Past President -1994, President of the Motor Club – Mounted Patrol; served as Personal Aid; was Noble of the Year; received the Stanley Payne and President’s Award. Mr. Stewart loved his grandchildren deeply, followed closely by riding his Harley and driving his Oldsmobile 442 Convertible in the Shriner Parades. His other passions included working on campers and camping with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Cook Stewart, Armuchee; two daughters, Lisa Claytor, and her husband, Greg, and Renee Wallace, and her husband, Mark, all of Armuchee; three grandchildren, Matthew Claytor, and his wife, Emily, Ben Claytor and Emily Wallace; numerous cousins and close friends also survive.

Funeral services for Mr. Stewart will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at the New Armuchee Baptist Church with the Rev. Tony Jackson, the Rev. Steve Spears, the Rev. Kenneth Jennings and the Rev. David Thornton officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Rome Shrine Club and the Floyd Springs Lodge # 167 F. & A. M. Other honorary pallbearers include close friends, Gary Miller, Ronnie Miller, Charlie Miller, Mike Miller, Gail Miller, John Cummings, and Roy Moore and hunting buddies, Duane Crabtree, Zack Crabtree, Reece Crabtree, Mickey Rose, Todd Metcalf and Dewayne Watkins. Burial will follow in the New Armuchee Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory. At other times they may be reached at his daughter Renee’s residence.

Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made in his memory to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 1544, Rome, GA 30162.

Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Sunday, April 21, 2013

Hazel Ruth Jackson Treglown

Mrs. Hazel Ruth Jackson Treglown, age 85, 1027 Old Cedartown Highway, Lindale, passed away Thursday evening, April 18, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Treglown was born in Lindale, Georgia on March 26, 1928, daughter of the late Roy Jackson and the late Addie Dorsett Jackson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond E. “Tap” Treglown, on November 29, 1998, and by a brother, Harold Williams. Mrs. Treglown worked for a number of years in the Cloth Room at West Point Pepperell Manufacturing in Lindale and also worked for several years at Hart & Tyson Insurance Agency. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lindale where she was part of the Sybil Kilgo Sunday School Class. Mrs. Treglown attended the Senior Center in Lindale as long as her health allowed and was part of The Birthday Club.

Survivors include two sons, Steve Treglown, Lindale, and Roger Treglown, and his wife, Ginger, Jasper, AL; two grandsons, Randy Treglown, and his wife, Wendy, Trussville, AL, and Jeffrey Treglown, and his wife, Ginger, Trussville, AL; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 22, 2013, at 12noon in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, with her pastor, the Rev. Tim Burnham, officiating. Interment will follow in East View Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Sunday from 5 until 7pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Monday at 11:45am and include: Jimmy Treglown, Dale Treglown, Jerry Treglown, Brad Treglown, Michael Jones, and David Johnson.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Vicki Lynn Trotter

Mrs. Vicki Lynn Trotter, age 53, of Dacula, went to be with her Lord on April 19, 2013, with her husband and family at her side.

Vicki was a loving person who was devoted to her family, friends and community. She previously owned Rejoice Christian Bookstore and worked for many years at Hebron Church where she was also a member. Vicki was preceded in death by a brother, Mark Blickensderfer, a grandson, Ethan Long, and her father-in-law, W. O. “Bill” Trotter, Jr.

Survivors include her husband, W. O. “Bill” Trotter, III; children, Cecilia Long, and her husband, Brian, and Robert Trotter, and his wife, Tara; her parents, Robert and Donna Blickensderfer; a sister, Lori Estep, and her husband, Craig; grandchildren, Reagan Trotter and Hannah Kate Long; her mother-in-law, Novella B. Trotter; sisters-in law and brothers-in-law, Marie Robertson, and her husband, Rodney, George Trotter, and his wife, Lawanna, and Kenneth Trotter, and his wife, Lucy; nieces and nephews, Josh, Nick and Mellisa Robertson, Joe, David and Adam Trotter, Jennifer Taylor, Blake Trotter, and Tyler, Blake, and Zach Estep; 10 great nieces and nephews are left to cherish her memory.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, April 22, 2013, at 4pm at Hebron Church in Dacula with the Rev. Larry Wynn officiating. In honor of Vicki, please wear blue.

A visitation will be held at Wages & Sons Funeral Home, Gwinnett Chapel, 1031 Lawrenceville Highway, Lawrenceville, on Sunday from 2 until 5pm.

Wages & Sons Funeral Home, Gwinnett Chapel, has charge of the arrangements.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, makes this announcement for the family.

Friday, April 19, 2013

Junior Walter Ely

Mr. Junior Walter Ely, age 76, 85 Zona Kay Circle, Silver Creek, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mr. Ely was born in Floyd County on May 19, 1936, son of the late J. W. Ely and the late Ethel Estelle Dover Ely. He was also preceded in death by 11 siblings. Mr. Ely was an auto mechanic and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his wife, the former Mable Lucille Deems, to whom he was married on June 1, 1957; 3 sons, Paul Gerry Ely, and his wife, Barbara, Cave Spring, Terry Walter Ely, and his wife, Pam, Silver Creek, and Lamar Sisson, and his wife, Crissy, Rome; 2 sisters, Mrs. Mildred Beck, Florida, and Mrs. Shirley Patterson, Fairmount; 2 brothers, Carl Henry Ely, Aragon, and Ronald Ely, Rome; 6 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2013, at 3pm at the graveside in Rome Memorial Park. The Rev. Tim Deems will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday evening from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective homes.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Gary Bruce Hackney

Mr. Gary Bruce Hackney, age 62, of 301 Davis Loop NE, Rome passed away on April 18, 2013 at a local hospital.

Mr. Hackney was born in Cedartown, Georgia on December 17, 1950, son of Edward Bruce Hackney and the late Mary Ivie Hackney. He was a graduate of Georgia Tech and an award winning Skeet Shooter. Mr. Hackney was an active member of Enon Baptist Church where he enjoyed teaching Sunday School and working in various other ministries. He will be remembered for his analytical mind, excellent craftsmanship in designing and making gun stocks, and being a charter member of the Board of Sound of the Trumpet Ministries. His wisdom and foresight will continue to impact us and future generations.

Survivors include his wife, Beth Puckett Hackney, Rome; three children, Jennifer Hackney Moss, and her husband, Drew, Rome, Andrew J. Hackney, Rutledge, and Richard “Ric” Wright, and his wife, Ginger Myers Wright, Cedartown; his father, Edward Bruce Hackney, Cedartown; three grandchildren, Avery and Tucker Wright, and Mary-Leonard Moss; numerous cousins and friends.

A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2013, at 4pm at Enon Baptist Church. Dr. Larry Draper, the Rev. Ken Hinkely, Dr. Mark Cosby and Dr. Bill Landers will officiate.

The family will receive friends at the church on Sunday from 3pm until the service time. At other times, they may be reached at each of their respective residences.

Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory has charge of the celebration arrangements.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Dr. Wayne Hamrick

Dr. Wayne Hamrick, age 70, 100 Westwood Drive, Cartersville, GA, passed away Thursday morning, April 18, 2013, at his residence.

Dr. Hamrick was born in Haralson County, GA on August 9, 1942, son of the late J. D. Hamrick and the late Louise Willis Hamrick. Dr. Hamrick pastored 12 churches in Northwest Georgia: Pleasant Hill Baptist, Tallapoosa; Emmanuel Baptist, Tallapoosa; New Liberty Baptist, Dallas; Lime Branch Baptist, Cedartown; Piedmont Avenue Baptist, Rockmart; New Antioch Baptist, Shannon; Elizabeth Terrace Baptist, Rossville; Eureka Baptist, Carrollton; Hollywood Baptist, Rome; Fullerville Baptist, Villa Rica; New Liberty Baptist, Ringgold; and Atco Baptist, Cartersville. In 2004, he entered full-time Evangelism.

Dr. Hamrick served in many positions in the Southern Baptist Convention, the Georgia Baptist Convention, and in various Baptist Associations. In two Associations, he served as Moderator. In the Georgia Baptist Convention, he served 3 years as Chairman of the Administration Committee and 1 year as Chairman of the Executive Committee. He was elected and served as President of the Georgia Baptist Convention in 2006 and 2007. He served 9 years as a Trustee at LifeWay Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention, Nashville, TN, while Dr. James T. Draper was President. He served as Chairman of the Corporate Affairs Committee and also served three years on the Nominating Committee, 1 of them as Chairman. In February of 2004, Dr. Hamrick was elected and served 2 years as Chairman of the Trustees of LifeWay, and appointed and served on the Search Committee that elected Dr. Thom Rainer as the new President. Dr. Hamrick currently served as Staff Evangelist at New Liberty Baptist Church in Ringgold.

Survivors include his wife, the former Joan King, to whom he was married on June 26, 1959; a son, Micah Hamrick, and his wife, Jody, Villa Rica; a granddaughter, Mrs. Lindsey Hamrick Rainey, and her husband, Rev. Chris, North Richland Hills, TX; a great granddaughter, Addison “Addie” Rainey; a sister, Mrs. Selma Brown, Bremen; a brother, Harold Hamrick, and his wife, Barbara, Bremen; nieces and nephews also survive.

A Celebration and Praise Service will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 2pm at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Cartersville with the Rev. Chris Rainey, the Rev. Mike Everson, the Rev. Danny Watters, the Rev. Danny Henson, Dr. J. Robert White, and Dr. Wayne Robertson officiating. Music will be provided by Mike Leming, Melina Herring, and The Cleghorns. Interment will follow later in Union Hill Methodist Church Cemetery, Buchanan.

The family will receive friends at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Cartersville on Friday evening from 5 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Dr. Hamrick will lie in state at Tabernacle Baptist Church on Saturday from 1pm until the service hour, with music beginning at 1:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the New Liberty Baptist Church, 923 Graysville Road, Ringgold, GA 30736.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Dorles Jean Roberson Reneau

Mrs. Dorles Jean Roberson Reneau, age 77, of Arlington, TX, formerly of Lindale, went home to be with the Lord on April 15, 2013.

Mrs. Reneau was born in Rome on February 16, 1936, daughter of the late William A. and Bessie Pike Roberson. She was the youngest of 8 siblings and was preceded in death by 4 sisters, Inez Abrams, Lurilene McCord, Mildred Sullins and Margie Swanson, and by 2 brothers, Willie and Richard Roberson. She graduated from Pepperell High School in Lindale and proceeded to pursue her passion in the health profession as a Phlebotomist and Laboratory Technician. She married John Wayne Reneau on October 22, 1962, and spent the next years dedicated to her husband and faithfully raising her children, teaching them the true meaning of devotion to family, the joy of learning as its own reward, and the value of stubbornly persevering toward a goal. Mrs. Reneau retired from General Motors in 1993 after 17 years of employment. She was a member of the Aldersgate Methodist Church, was dedicated to the church, and the Rev. Milner always held a special place in her heart.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, John Wayne Reneau, Arlington, TX; her children, Andrea of Keller, TX, Beth, and husband, Derrell of Watauga, TX, Peter, and wife, Kelly of Waxhaw, NC, Amanda and Sean, Arlington, TX, Julie of Grand Prairie, TX, and John, Jr., and wife, Debbie, Plano, TX; a sister, Mrs. Odessa Sullins of Rome; 14 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a large extended family.

The family invites all to celebrate Jean’s beautiful spirit and the special joy and humor she found in life.

A memorial service will be held today, April 19, 2013, at 9:30am at Moore Funeral Home in Arlington, TX.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home makes this announcement for the family.

Kathryn Hawthorne “Kay” Slickman Carney

Mrs. Kathryn Hawthorne “Kay” Slickman Carney, age 60, 321 Mathis Drive, Rome, passed away Tuesday evening, April 16, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Carney was born in Floyd County on October 10, 1952, daughter of George Child Slickman, Sr. and Bettye Clay Slickman. She was a 1970 graduate of East Rome High School and attended Berry College. Mrs. Carney was a medical transcriptionist and was employed with Mmodal for a number of years. She was a member of the Transfiguration Episcopal Church.

Survivors include her husband, William Gregory “Gregg” Carney, to whom she was married on May 2, 2002; 3 step-children, Drew Carney, and his wife, Michelle, Rome, Steven Robert “Beau” Carney, Rome, and Stephanie Carney, Kennesaw; 3 grandchildren, Austin Williams, Andrew Carney, Jr., and Brooklyn Carney, all of Rome; her mother, Mrs. Bettye Clay Slickman, Rome; her father, George Child Slickman, Sr., and his wife, Jane, Rome; a sister, Mrs. Ruth Slickman Pinson, and her husband, Frank, Lindale; a brother, George Slickman, Jr., Taipei, Taiwan; a niece, Mrs. Anna Pinson Poyner, and her husband, Jim, Lilburn, and their children, Briggs and Eva Poyner; a nephew, William Jackson “Will” Pinson, and his wife, Courtney, Rome, and their son, Britton Pinson; a niece, Mrs. Naomi Slickman Lopez and family, Phoenix, Arizona; a nephew, Ravi Gowen Slickman and family, Phoenix, Arizona.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 2pm at the Transfiguration Episcopal Church with Father Joe Dunagan officiating. Following the memorial service, the remains will be interred in the Memorial Garden at Transfiguration Episcopal Church.

The family will receive friends at the Transfiguration Episcopal Church on Friday from 5 until 7pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective homes.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 304 Coker Drive, Rome, GA 30165.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home makes this announcement for the family.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Ronald A. “Ronnie” Shore

Mr. Ronald A. “Ronnie” Shore, age 60, of Old Summerville Road, Rome, passed away on Tuesday morning, April 16, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mr. Shore was born in Jasper, Georgia on April 12, 1953, son of Genevieve Arp Shore Alexander and the late Luke E. Shore. Ronnie was a gentle and caring man who will be greatly missed by his family and loved ones. He Attended the Floyd Training Center for several years. His happiest years were spent working in the Sheltered Workshop Program in the 1980’s.

Survivors include his mother and step-father, Genevieve and Carl Alexander; two brothers, Mike Shore, and his wife, Sheree, and Greg Shore; a sister, Mrs. Pamela Davis, and her husband, Michael; eight nieces and nephews; an aunt and uncle; several cousins also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory. Chaplin Mitzi Oates and the Rev. Gary McWhorter will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory on Saturday from 1pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Amedisys Hospice, 12 Felton Place, Cartersville, GA, 30120, or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 855 Abutment Road, Suite 6, Dalton, GA 30721.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Robin Renee’ Heath

Robin Renee’ Heath, age 53, of Rome passed away Sunday April 14, 2013 at her residence.

Robin was born August 4, 1959 in Floyd County. She was a member of Kingston United Methodist Church, and a graduate of Model High School. She was preceded in death by father William Hancock, and brother Ricky Hancock.

Survivors include her son, Brent McGaskey, Rome; mother, Cinda Rogers Thompson, Rome; Campion Pittman, Rome; Grandson, Brent McGaskey II. Several aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.

Memorial services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Friday April 19, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. Ralph Jenkins, officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00 P.M. until the hour of the service on Friday.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165, has charge of arrangements.

Virginia Lois Crymes Bates

Mrs. Virginia Lois Crymes Bates, age 82, of Lindale, passed away Monday 15, 2013 in a Rome Health Care Facility.

Mrs. Bates was born February 24, 1931, in Floyd County a daughter of the late Howard Jackson Crymes, Sr. and Vera Tracy Crymes. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Bates, Sr. grandson, Shea Broadaway, brothers, Howard Jackson Crymes, Jr., Carlton Crymes.

Survivors include daughters, Sandra Bates Broadaway, and her husband, Robbie, Lindale; Elaine Bates Lunsford, Rome; son, John A. Bates, Jr. and his wife, Theresa, Rome; brother, Richard Crymes, and his wife, Lali, Jacksonville, FL; sisters, Catherine Johnson, Rome; Ellen McCullough, Rome; grandchildren, Melissa Shellnutt, Silver Creek; Sterling Anglen, Rome; Aubrey (Jay) Hudson, Rome; 5 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, special friends, Bambi Johnson, Barbara Popham, several nieces and nephews.

Graveside and interment service will be held at 12:30 P.M. Thursday April 18, 2013 at Oaknoll Memorial Gardens, with Rev. Bobby Stephens, officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. on Thursday at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Laverne J. Hoover

Mr. Laverne J. Hoover, age 90 of Rome passed away Tuesday morning April 16, 2013 at his residence.

Mr. Hoover was born in Pesaic, NJ, son of the late Ferris Eugene Hoover and Olive McTaggart Hoover Jensen. Mr. Hoover was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in the Pacific where he was awarded the Purple Heart. He served with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms as a Special Investigator in the East Central Alabama area before moving to Rome in 1965. Mr. Hoover treated those he arrested with the utmost respect and was known as “The Friendly Revenooer”. Mr. Hoover was a former member of the Shorter Avenue Baptist Church and later the Mount Alto Baptist Church. He was an avid golfer and could always be seen on local courses including Kraftsman, GEAA, Green Acres, and Stonebridge.Mr. Hoover was a member of the Shanklin Attaway Post 5, American Legion, Military Order of the Purple Heart, Diabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4911, The 11th Airborne Association, and was a Mason. Mr. Hoover was preceded in death by his parents and his stepfather, Fred Jensen, and by three brothers Ferris, Dick, and Bob and a sister Peg.

Survivors include his wife Margie Davis Gattenby Hoover, to whom he was married December 27, 1963; children Deborah Louise Oakes, Dr. Laverne James Hoover, Jr, Donald L. Hoover, and Glenn Gattenby. Nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren, with a twelfth on the way also survive.

Memorial services will be conducted at 12 noon Friday April 19th, 2013 in the Chapel of Parnick Jennings Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Avenue, Rome with Dr. Frank Wood and the Reverend Gerald Rogers officiating. Military Honors will be accorded by the Honor Guard of the Shanklin- Attaway Post 5 American Legion Honor Guard and Masonic Rites conducted by the Cherokee Lodge #66 F&AM. The family will receive friends Friday from 10 until 12 Noon. A lunch will be served for those attending the service at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4911 at 2362 Cedartown Highway, Rome. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to your favorite charity in Vern’s memory.

Inurnment services will be conducted at 2 PM Monday, April 22, 2013 at the Georgia National Cemetery near Canton.

Parnick Jennings Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home is serving the family of Laverne J. Hoover.

Monday, April 15, 2013

Ida Belle Evans Mulkey

Mrs. Ida Belle Evans Mulkey, age 91, of Cartersville, passed away Sunday April 14, 2013 in a Calhoun Health Care.

Mrs. Mulkey was born October 3, 1921 in Bartow County, a daughter of the late Jules and Ollie Carroll Evans. Mrs. Mulkey was preceded in death by her husband Jack T. Mulkey, sisters, Laura Lee, Elizabeth Burch, bothers, Roy and Junior Evans.

Survivor include her children, Patricia Mulkey, Mary Sue (Scottie) Pickle, Jack (Phyllis) Mulkey, J. D. (Glenda) Mulkey, grandchildren, Robyn Phillips, Jason (Debbie) Mulkey, Renee’ (Kenneth) Cox, Daniel cox, and Neil Lee, great grandchildren, Christopher and Maci Phillips, great great grandchildren, Mallory Cox, and Jonah Christopher Wood.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday April 16, 2013 at Peeples Valley Community Church, with Rev. Fred Lee, Rev. Darrell Bailey, and Rev. Barbara Davidson, officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Tuesday.

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen, Jason, Mulkey, Jerry Holcomb, Casey Wood, Alfred Harris, Marvin Leake, and Don Massey, Jr. and are asked to meet at the church by 11:30 A.M. on Tuesday.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home. 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165, has charge of arrangements.

Virginia L. Bates

Mrs. Virginia L. Bates, age 82, formerly of 3126 Cedartown Highway,SW, died in a local health care facility Monday afternoon.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Bates, Sr., four years ago. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 Pm Thursday from the graveside of Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 11AM to Noon Thursday at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home who will announce a complete obituary Tuesday.

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Ellis Houston Tant

Mr. Ellis Houston Tant, age 75, of 94 Weathington Road, SW, Rome, passed away Saturday afternoon, April 13, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mr. Tant was born in Floyd County, May 4, 1937, son of the late Alex Hamilton Tant and the late Ollie Velma Erwin Tant. He was a self-employed heavy equipment mechanic and was a member of the Doyle Road Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 3 sisters.

Survivors include his wife, the former Deloris Coy, to whom he was married April 24, 1954; a daughter, Mrs. Jean Brock, and her husband, Jimmy, Rome; 2 sons, Johnny Tant, and his wife, Vonnie, Rome and Bart Tant, and his wife, LaDonna, Castalian Springs, TN; a brother, Charles Tant, Silver Creek; 7 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Vines officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Monday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

All pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral on Tuesday at 1:30pm and are as follows: Active: Aaron Tant, Dwight Tant, Greg Carnes, Jeff Moon, Cass Jackson, and Sean Watford. Honorary: Ronnie Kelley, Jessie Moon, Jr., and Wayne Allen.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Fariola Jimon

Fariola Jimon, age 60, wife of Pablo Cruz, 323 N.Elm St.,Rome, died April 5,2013 in a Rome Hospital. Funeral services were held at 8pm April 7th. in the Chapel of Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home with interment April 8th in East View cemetery. Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home had charge of the arrangements.

Ida Belle Evans Mulkey

Ida Belle Evans Mulkey, age 90 of 587 Peoples Valley Rd., Cartersville, died Sunday in a Calhoun health care center. Funeral services will be held in People’s Valley Community Church with interment in Sunset Memory Gardens, Cartersville. Complete arrangements will be announced by Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Robin Heath

Robin Heath, age 54, of 2622 Callier Springs Rd., Rome died in a Rome Medical facility Sunday. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Friday, April 12, 2013

Lydia Dell Phillips Kell

Mrs. Lydia Dell Phillips Kell age 83 of Rome passed away Thursday April 11, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Mrs. Kell was born December 31, 1929, in Floyd County a daughter of the late Aubrey Augustus Phillips, and Leafie Gertrude Sullins Phillips. Mrs. Kell was very devoted to her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, she loved gardening, music. She was preceded in death by her husband Preston C. Kell, sisters, Mary Canada, Evelyn Weaver, brothers, Leonard Phillips, and James Phillips.

Survivors include her children, Wayne (Pam) Kell, Sandy Springs; Cynthia (Garry) Jones, Clinton, TN; Cheryl (Wayne) Hughes, Rome; Greg D. Kell, Rome; sister, Sybil A. Blakley, Warner Robbins; grandchildren, Kevin Kell, Kenny Kell, John Hughes, Jamie Hughes Schmidt, Marie Kell Brand, Brian Kell, April Jones Holt, Amy Jones Jackson, Gretchyn Jones Elliott, 12 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 P.M. Saturday April 13, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Barry Gay, officiating. A private burial will follow in East View Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the hour of the service on Saturday.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book and view the DVD on the life of Mrs. Lydia Dell Phillips Kell.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165 has charge of arrangements.

Sydney T. Ray

Sydney T. Ray age 46, of Rome passed away Wednesday April 10, 2013 at his residence.

Sydney was born in Great Falls Montana on June 9, 1966, son of the late Tom and Joyce Ray. We will remember him as a quit and gentle caring man, who lived a simple life and had many friends, and will forever be in our hearts. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kathy Ray. Sydney was a graduate of Armuchee High School. Sydney loved the lord and is a better place with no pain.

Survivors include his wife, of 18 years, Sheila Davis Ray, brother Tom Ray and his wife, LuAnn, of Rome; sister, Islay Ray, Columbia, SC; nephews, J.T. Ray, Rome; nieces, Cara (Chip) Williams, Rome; Sara (Jim) Weathersby, Decatur; father and mother in law, Aubra and Joyce Davis, Rome;

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday April 15, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Harold Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until the hour of the service on Monday.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165 has charge of arrangements.

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Steve Lamar (Ludie) Smith

Mr. Steve Lamar (Ludie) Smith, age 51, of 56 Overlook Estates, Rome, passed away on Wednesday evening, April 10, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mr. Smith was born in Rome, on August 30, 1961, son of the late Billy Lee Smith and the late Mary Frances Sprayberry Smith. At the time of his death, he was an employee of Syntec Industries. He was a member of New Vision Church.

Survivors include a sister, Angie Bowman, Taylorsville; 2 brothers, Mike Smith, and his wife, Wanda, Rome, and Danny Sprayberry, and his wife, Barbara, Rome; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and 1 great great nephew also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Kim Wolfe officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday from 1pm until time for the service. At other hours, they may be contacted at their respective residences.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday at 2:30pm and include; Mike Smith, Catlin Kinsey, Cameron Kinsey, Angie Bowman, Marcellus Park, and Kevin Montgomery.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Betty Perry Quick Camp

Mrs. Betty Perry Quick Camp, age 79, of 3126 Cedartown Highway, Apt. 1112, Rome, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Camp was born in Floyd County on March 24, 1934, daughter of the late Walter D. Perry and the late Elsie Mae Padgett Perry. She was also preceded in death by her husband, David Warren Camp on March 4, 2012, by 2 sisters, Melba Carver and Elsie Joan Perry, and by a brother, Harold Perry. Mrs. Camp was a graduate of Pepperell High School in Lindale. She was employed for a number of years with Celanese Fibers here in Rome. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the Rome-Floyd Fire Department as Fire Inspector for over 10 years. Mrs. Camp was a member of the Rome Elkettes Lodge and was of the Methodist faith.

Survivors include 2 sons, Randy Quick, and his wife, Janie, Rome, and Jeff Quick, and his wife, Debbie, Watkinsville; 3 grandchildren, Ms. Kristin Quick, Rome, Ms. Kori Quick, Indiana, and Perry Quick, Athens; 2 great grandchildren, Zachary Quick, Rome, and Brady O’Malia, Indiana; a sister, Mrs. Virginia Burkhalter, Rome; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Doris Perry, Lindale; her God son, Justin Smith, Rome; special caregivers, Keri Bentley, Cedartown, and Diann Brumit, Cedartown; nieces and nephews also survive as well as many extended family at the Renaissance Marquis.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday morning, April 13, 2013, at 11am at the graveside in Rome Memorial Park. The Rev. Marc Dwiggins and the Rev. Jack Foley will officiate and her son, Randy Quick will deliver the eulogy.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday evening from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective homes.

Members of the Rome-Floyd Fire Department Honor Guard will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will include active and retired members of the Rome-Floyd Fire Department.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Darrell Dwayne “Butch” Roberts, Sr

Mr. Darrell Dwayne “Butch” Roberts, Sr., age 62, of 13 Knowles Ct., Rome passed away Friday, April 05, 2013.

Mr. Roberts was born in Rome, Georgia on October 30, 1950, son of the late Farrell Sewell and the late Doris Sue Roberts. He was an excellent auto mechanic. We will remember him as a man of few words who led a simple life. His presence will be missed by us in our daily routine, but his memories will forever be in our hearts. Mr. Roberts was recently preceded in death by his brother, Marion Greenway, of Tennessee.

Survivors include his five children, Tamatha Roberts, Dalton, Brenda Sue Roberts and Eddie Fleming, Summerville, Star Roberts, Summerville, Darrell Dwayne Roberts, Jr. and his wife, Brandy, Summerville, C.L. Jessie Gilham, Summerville; two brothers, Robbie Greenway, Rockmart, and Wesley Greenway, and his wife, Mary, Alabama; one sister, Ramona Pack, and her husband, Tony, Rome; 11 grandchildren, Ashley, Jessica, Dillon, Austin, Damian, Haley, Chloe, Noah, Jadyn “Big Bird”, Ethan, and Bella; two great-grandchildren, Tateyn and Serenity; numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Mr. Roberts’ life will be held on Friday, April 12, 2013, from 11a.m. until 2pm. at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Eastview Cemetery.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday at 1:30pm and include: Tommy Dean, Jeff Dean, Sonny Gilham, Dillon Roberts, William Lands, Austin Roberts and Buddy Chambers.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests to be contacted about memorial donations. If you have pictures of Butch, the family requests that you bring them to the celebration service to share with everyone.

Henderson and Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Monday, April 8, 2013

James Clifford Wilson

Mr. James Clifford Wilson, age 57, of 521 Young’s Mill Road, Kingston, passed away on Monday morning, April 8, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mr. Wilson was born in Fulton County, Georgia on January 19, 1956, son of Catherine Elizabeth Sosebee Wilson, and the late John Lloyd Wilson, Sr. He was a graduate of the Lafayette High School and prior to ill health was a construction superintendent. He was of the Methodist Faith.

Survivors include his wife Renee Wilson, Woodstock; a son, Spencer Wilson, Woodstock; a daughter Stephanie Vaughn, Lafayette; his mother, Catherine Elizabeth Wilson, Kingston; 2 sisters, Linda Mitchell, and her husband, William, Kingston, and Sandra Payton, and her husband, Sidney, Blairsville; a brother, John Lloyd Wilson, Jr., Menlo; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Graveside and interment services will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Macedonia Memorial Park in Canton, GA. The Rev. Ken McGehee will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6pm until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Nephews will serve as pallbearers and are asked to assemble at the Macedonia Memorial Park at 1:30pm on Wednesday.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Caleb Beau Cagle

Little Caleb Beau Cagle, infant son of Bo and Nikki Wade Cagle, of 43 Elmwood Street, Rome, was born into Heaven on Saturday, April 6, 2013.

Caleb is survived by his parents; grandparents, Gay Scarborough Wade, Larry and Carolyn Wade, and Raymond and Janice Cagle; aunts, uncles and other relatives also survive.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday, April 12, 2013, from 12 noon until 2pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Earl C. Palmour

Mr. Earl C. Palmour, age 85, of Rome passed away Sunday April 4, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Mr. Palmour was born June 13, 1927, in White County, a son of late Harry Palmour, Sr. and Glennie Smith Palmour. He was a member of North Rome United Methodist Church, Cherokee Masonic Lodge #66 F&AM, American Legion Post 52, Yarrab Temple in Atlanta. He was retired from Eastern Airlines, after 30 years of service. Mr. Palmour was a veteran of the United States Army serving in the South Pacific during WWII. He was preceded in death by his brother, Harry Palmour, Jr. and a sister, Alva Louise Marshall.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday April 10, 2013 at East View Cemetery, with Rev. Alan Fuller, officiating. Cherokee Masonic Lodge #66 F&AM will conduct Masonic Honors, and the Shaklin-Attaway Post 5 Honor Guard of the American Legion will conduct military graveside rites. The family will receive friends from 11:30 p.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 270 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Betty Ann Morris

Mrs. Betty Ann Morris, age 85, of Rome, passed away on Thursday morning, April 4, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Morris was born in Floyd County, Georgia on December 2, 1927, daughter of the late Milton Malone Bennett and the late Annie Dean Locklear Bennett. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Morris, on December 19, 2005, and by 2 brothers, Milton Bennett and Bill Bennett. Mrs. Morris was a homemaker and was a member of the Sherwood Forest Baptist Church where she and Mr. Morris worked in the Nursery for 25 years. She had a tremendous love for children which was evident in the way she treated every child she came in contact with.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Becky Edwards, and her husband, Jerry, Lindale, and Mrs. Nelsa Fowler, and her husband, Joseph, Rome; 4 grandchildren, Jeremy Bishop, and his wife, Stacie, St. Augustine, FL, Justin Bishop, and his wife, Julie, Rome, Britt Fowler, and his wife, Traci, Rome, and Bradley Fowler, and his wife, LeAnn, Rome; 3 step-grandsons, Ryan Edwards, Rome, Brad Edwards, Rome, and Scott Edwards, Rome; 5 great grandchildren; 5 step-great grandchildren; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 8, 2013, at 1pm at the graveside at East View Cemetery. The Rev. Mikel Garrett will officiate with her grandson, Jeremy Bishop, delivering the eulogy.

The family will receive friends at the cemetery immediately following the service. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of a daughter, Mrs. Nelsa Fowler, 14 Eastdell Road, Rome.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers and are asked to assemble at the cemetery on Monday at 12:45pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Friday, April 5, 2013

Mary Loretta Sitton

Miss Mary Loretta Sitton, age 70, of Rome, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at a local hospital.

Miss Sitton was born March 06, 1943, in Gordon County, daughter of the late Theodore Sitton and the late Willie Mae Greeson Sitton Hice. She was also preceded in death by two siblings, Miss Velma Jo Sitton and Jerry D. Sitton, and by her step-father, Henry R. Hice. Miss Sitton was a U. S. Navy veteran serving during the Viet Nam Era from 1968 to 1972. After serving our country, she joined Bekaert Corporation where she retired after 29 years of dedicated service. Miss Sitton was an active member of Spring Creek Baptist Church for many years serving in numerous ministries.

Survivors include her brother, Homer Hice, and his wife, Paula, Rome; sister-in-law, Diane Sitton, Rome; nephew, Doug Hice, Rome; special cousin, Robert Hice, and his wife, Mary, Chatsworth: several other cousins and friends also survive.

A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, April 07, 2013, at 3:00p.m. at the Spring Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Brent Thompson officiating. Interment will follow at a later date in Damascus Cemetery in Calhoun.

The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:30pm until the funeral hour at Spring Creek Baptist Church. At other times, they may be reached at their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Patty Sue Bell Swanson

Ms. Patty Sue Bell Swanson, age 74, of 2 Van Tassel Drive, Lindale, passed away on Friday morning, April 5, 2013, at her residence.

Ms. Swanson was born in Floyd County, Georgia on June 4, 1938, daughter of the late Elmer Bell and the late Myrtice Brooks Cline Bell. She was also preceded in death by her former husband, Ralph Swanson, and by a sister, Mrs. Thelma Henry. Mrs. Swanson was a member of the Lindale Church of Christ. She worked for 17 years for Southern Bell as an operator and prior to retirement, she worked for 10 years for McBrayer Furniture Company.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Kay Cromer, and her husband, Tony, Lindale; two sons, Joel Swanson, and his wife, Denise, Rome, and Tommy Swanson, and his wife, Sherry, Lafayette; grandchildren, Anthony Cromer, Holly Jennings, and her husband, Quinn, Courtney Swanson, Zach Swanson, Alex Swanson, and her fiance’, Nathan Wilbanks, Drew Swanson, and Bryce Swanson; step-grandchildren, Heather Gresham, Shelby Leath, and Zach Leath; great grandchildren, Jacob Cromer and Ellie Rose Wilbanks; her former daughter-in-law, Theresa Swanson; a sister, Mrs. Emma Lee Stevens, and her husband, Bert, Temple; a brother, Jimmy Bell, and his wife, Rose, Cedartown; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2013, at 3pm at the graveside at Floyd Memory Gardens. Minister Hullon Hensley will officiate.

There will be no formal visitation. At other hours, the family may be contacted at the residence.

Ms. Swanson’s grandsons and son-in-law will serve as pallbearers and are asked to assemble at the cemetery on Saturday at 2:45pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Martha Ellen Little

Martha Ellen Little, 72, Lester Lane passed away Thursdau morning in a local hospital.

A native of Gilmer County, GA Mrs. Little was born May 23, 1940 daughter of the late Otis Burnett and Ollie Hedden Burnett. She had been a resident of Rome most of her life and was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend to anyone who showed up on her doorstep. She made the best coffee, apple turnovers, and bologna sandwiches. She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Lee Little, Sr in 1997, a daughter Nancy Little, and a grandson little Rudy Little.

Survivors include her children Barbara Fredericks, Bobby Lee Little, JR, Elaine Trotter, Lisa Croy, Randall Little, and Brandon Little. Twelve grandchildren also survive.

A Memorial service for close family and friends will be conducted at 12 Noon Saturday, April 6, 2013 in the Chapel of Parnick Jennings Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home with Mr. J. Parnick Jennings Sr. officiating. Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guestbook.

Parnick Jennings Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home is serving the family of Martha Ellen Little.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

JoAnn Tillery Bobo

Mrs. JoAnn Tillery Bobo, age 74, 294 Persons Road, Cedartown, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at Polk Medical Center.

Mrs. Bobo was born in Floyd County on July 19, 1938, daughter of the late William Monroe Tillery and the late Hattie Hartley Tillery. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Alex Bobo, by 2 sisters, Ruby Alice Pegg and Martha Lee Bobo, and by a brother, James William Tillery. Mrs. Bobo was employed for a number of years with West Point Pepperell Manufacturing Co. and with Angelica. Prior to her illness, she was employed with R. C. W. Industries. She was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith.

Survivors include 2 nieces, Mary Suttles, Cedartown, and Frankie Lee Collum, Centre, AL; great nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 5, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Elgin Williams officiating. Interment will follow in the Bobo Family Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday from 12 noon until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Elizabeth Miller York

Mrs. Elizabeth Miller York, age 73, of Rome, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. York, who was known as Libby by her family and friends, was born on November 13, 1939, in Carrollton, Georgia, to the late Herschel Miller and the late Bernice Bohannon Miller. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Stephen E. Miller.

While in her mid-50s, Libby studied Spanish and became highly conversant, which provided great enrichment to her life through the people she met and through travel. She especially enjoyed being able to utilize the language on many mission trips to Latin America and Spain. Libby also devoted many happy years to teaching English to internationals. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Rome where she served as a Deacon.

Survivors include her husband, Richard A. York; two daughters, Mrs. Melanie Wallace Louks, and her husband, Rob, of Evans, GA, and Mrs. Danna Wallace Gay, and her husband, Dr. Gregory L. Gay, of Augusta, GA; two step-children, Jeffrey York and Margaret York; four beloved grandchildren, John Gay, Elizabeth Gay, Audrey York, and Katherine York; one brother, Allyn Miller, and his wife, Frances, and a sister-in-law, Jacqueline Wise Miller.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2013, at 11am at the First Baptist Church of Rome. Her Pastor, Dr. Joel P. Snider, will officiate. The family will receive friends immediately following the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the F. B. C. Foundation or to Global Missions, c/o First Baptist Church of Rome, P. O. Box 1189, Rome, GA 30162-1189.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home makes this announcement for the family.

Monday, April 1, 2013

Edna Ruth Byars Pruett

Mrs. Edna Ruth Byars Pruett, age 88, of 10 Highway 411 East, Rome, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2013, at a local healthcare facility.

Mrs. Pruett was born in Forsyth, Georgia on March 26, 1925, daughter of the late Richard Chestley Byars and the late Lillie Mae Sandefur Byars. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Kimble Augustus Pruett, on September 13, 1979. Mrs. Pruett was a homemaker and was a member of the West Rome United Methodist Church. She volunteered for a number of years at Redmond Regional Medical Center.

Survivors include 2 sons, Robert Kimble “Bob” Pruett, and his wife, Jenny, Silver Creek, and Dennis Eugene Pruett, and his wife, Nancy, Silver Creek; 5 grandchildren, Brian Lee Pruett, and his wife, Michele, Durham, NC, Robert Clay Pruett, and his wife, Kimberly, Rome, Mrs. Jessica Lynn Pruett Lee, and her husband, Josh, Rossville, Spencer Pruett, Silver Creek, and Brandon Pruett, Silver Creek; 5 great grandchildren, Logan and Quinn Pruett, Durham, NC, Tripp Pruett, Rome, and Libby and Sawyer Lee, Rossville; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at 1pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Jerry Brooks officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday from 11am until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers and are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday at 12:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the West Rome United Methodist Church, 1003 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Horace Clinton Moore

Mr. Horace Clinton Moore, age 83, passed away peacefully after a 10 year struggle with Alzheimer’s Friday, March 29, 2013. Mr. Moore was born in Rome, GA to the late Henry and Bamma Moore. He attended McHenry High School in Rome, GA, West Georgia College and Georgia State University. Clint was a Korean War veteran serving in the Army. He was South Eastern Sales Manager for Delaware and Hudson railroad for 40 years.

Clint was a dedicated Christian, Deacon, Father, Husband and Papa. The family of Mr. Moore would like to extend a special thanks to the caring staff of Embracing Hospice. He was preceded in death by his brother, Vernon Moore and is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sara Barton Moore; daughter, Joy Callahan, her husband, Whit and their children, Darren, Clare, Natalie and Marion; son, Bart Moore, his wife, Glenda and their daughter, Kara; great-grandchildren, Isabella, McKinlay, and Holden; brothers, Varnell Moore of Greensboro, NC, Emory Moore of Seneca, SC; special daughters, Cynthia Watts, Debbie Norwood, Kathy Clanton; many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Moore’s body was donated to Emory University School of Medicine. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, April 5, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Cliftondale, 4005 Stonewall tell Rd., College Park, GA 30349 with Rev. Jerry Johnson officiating.

Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at www.parrottfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to your favorite charity. The family will receive friends Friday from 10:30 until the service begins in the sanctuary of the church.

Sunday, March 31, 2013

Rev. Jerry Lester Coley

Rev. Jerry Lester Coley, age 73, of 135 Boyd Valley Road, Rome, passed away Thursday morning, March 28, 2013, at his residence.

Rev. Coley was born in Lindale, March 29, 1939, son of the late Lester Lee Coley and the late Mary Dell Swindle Coley. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a Minister in the Church of God and had served as pastor of the following congregations: Blakely Church of God, Statonville Church of God, Kimball’s Chapel Church of God, Sylvester Church of God, Turnerville Church of God and Wimberly Hill Church of God. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Dean Nelson Coley, December 27, 2010.

Survivors include a daughter, Candace Beard, and her husband, Jimmie, Rome; a son, Tracy Lee Coley, Albany, GA; 4 brothers, Buford Coley, and his wife, Linda, Savannah, R. H. Coley, and his wife, Susan, Rome, Alan Coley, and his wife, Nancy, Rome, and Tony Coley, and his wife, Belinda, Trion; 3 grandchildren, a very special grandson, Frankie Miranda, Lacie Sharp, and Megan Sharp; 1 great grandson, Cashton Sharp; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 1, 2013 at 2pm at the Lindale Church of God with his Pastor, the Rev. Larry Woodson officiating. Interment will follow in Rome Memorial Park with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard in charge of military honors.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at the Lindale Church of God at 1:30pm Monday and include: Frankie Miranda, Woody Brownlow, Todd Burkhalter, Scott Wheeling, Tracy Coley, Jimmie Beard, and Cashton Sharp.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

John William Kelley

Mr. John William Kelley, age 54, of 755 Park Avenue, Lindale, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, March 28, 2013, at his residence following a 7 months battle with cancer.

He was born in Lindale, December 22, 1958, son of the Rev. Joe Kelley and Bobbie Jean Lemaster Kelley. He was a graduate of Pepperell High School in Lindale. Mr. Kelley was employed at West Point Pepperell Manufacturing Co., with Bekaert Corporation, and was later employed by Wheeler’s Building Supply and Williams’ Siding Company. He was an avid Georgia Bulldog, NASCAR, and golf fan. His passion was the outdoors and cooking. The greatest gifts of his life was the birth of his daughter and the day he accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior and became a member of the Providence Baptist Church in Forney, AL.

Survivors include his wife, Dora Lujune Waits Kelley, to whom he was married on September 20, 1986; a daughter, Alysha Hope Kelley, Lindale; 2 sons, Michael Cruz Kelley, Rome, and Wayne Princeton Kelley, Lindale; his parents, Rev. Joe and Bobbie Kelley, Lindale; a brother, Randy Kelley, and his wife, Susan, Silver Creek; a sister, Anise Logan, Hilton Head, SC; a granddaughter, Adalee Faith Kelley, Atlanta; a special friend, Ed Potochar, Hilton Head, SC; several cousins, nieces, nephews, and a favorite uncle, Gerald (Scooter) Lemaster, who taught him to cook.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 1, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Scott Long officiating. Interment will follow in Providence Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Monday from 12:30pm until time for the service.

Active and honorary pallbearers are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Monday at 1:30pm and are as follows: Active: Shane Fuqua, Corey Fuqua, Remington Kelley, Colt Kelley, Joe Chesser, and Bill Sousa. Honorary: Corey Deaton, Jimmy Poe, Brian Rogers, Robert Cook and Jody Laney.

The family would like to thank Heyman HospiceCare at Floyd for their care during Mr. Kelley’s illness.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

James M. “Bill” Forrest

Mr. James M. “Bill” Forrest, age 87, 220 Marshall Lane, Rome, passed away Thursday evening, March 28, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mr. Forrest was born in Floyd County, son of the late Ferdinand Hinton Forrest and the late Fannie Belle Whetstone Forrest. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Thelma Forrest Starr, and by a brother, Maj. Arthur Forrest. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and served during World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was employed with General Electric here in Rome for over 23 years. Mr. Forrest was a member of the American Legion Post #5 in Rome, the V. F. W. Post #4911 in Rome, and was of the Protestant faith. An avid golfer, he was a member of the G. E. A. A. Golf Club.

Survivors include his wife, the former Rebecca Taylor, to whom he was married on January 11, 1954; a sister, Mrs. Louise Forrest Morgan, and her husband, Tyler, Winston-Salem, NC; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at 11am at the graveside in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Harold Jones will officiate with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard in charge of military honors.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 9 until 10:30am. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Nephews will serve as pallbearers and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday at 10am.

The family respectfully requests no flowers or food. Memorials may be made to Heyman HospiceCare at Floyd, P. O. Box 163, Rome, GA 30162-0163, or to North Rome Church of God, Local Missions, 1929 N. Broad Street, Rome, GA 30161.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Lynn Cochran

Ms. Lynn Cochran, age 80, of 16 Ash Street, Rome, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2013, at a local hospital.

Ms. Cochran was born in Floyd County, Georgia on August 31, 1932, daughter of the late Jewel Montgomery and the late Esther Loveless Montgomery. She was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, J. W. Montgomery and Gene Montgomery. Ms. Cochran grew up in the Celanese Community and was a member of the Sherwood Forest Baptist Church. Prior to retirement, she worked at Sears for 30 years.

Survivors include a daughter, Ms. Angie Cochran, Rome; 2 sons, Kip Cochran, and his wife, Pam, Leesburg, AL, and Todd Cochran, and his wife, Ginger, Aragon; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at 4pm in the Chapel Mausoleum at Oaknoll Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Wayne Gresham and the Rev. Harold Jones officiating. Entombment will follow the service.

At other hours, the family may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Hugh Reynolds

Mr. Hugh Reynolds, age 87, of 67 Gore Drive, NE, Rome, passed away Thursday morning, March 28, 2013 in a local hospital.

Mr. Reynolds was born in Bartow County, April 15, 1925, son of the late John Franklin Reynolds and the late Elizabeth Kelley Reynolds. He was a self-employed carpenter and was a veteran of the United States Army, serving for a short period of time near the end of World War II. He had attended the Friendship Baptist Church and the East Rome Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 3 sisters, and by a daughter, Elaine Honea.

Survivors include his wife, the former Dorothy Kate Stewart, to whom he was married in November of 1942; a daughter, Mrs. Linda Byars, and her husband, James, Rome; a sister, Mrs. Mary Fowler, and her husband, Wesley, Rome; 4 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 1, 2013, at 11am in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with Dr. Rodger Whorton, the Rev. Larry Wilkins, and the Rev. Ken Hinkley officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at their respective residences.

Nephews will serve as pallbearers and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Monday at 10:30am.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Demple Kathleen Evans Otting

Mrs. Demple Kathleen Evans Otting, age 85, 12 Chateau Drive, Rome, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Otting was born in Dutton, AL on November 20, 1927, daughter of the late Earl and Bessie Barnes. She was also preceded in death by her 1st husband and father of her children, Cecil “Pete” Evans, by her late husband, Boyd Otting, and by 7 siblings. She was employed for a number of years at Anchor Rome Mills and at Celanese. Prior to her retirement, she was employed for several years at Integrated Products. Mrs. Otting was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her daughter, Mrs. Theda Drummond, and her husband, Earl, Rome; a son, Gene Evans, and his wife, Marcelle, Rome; a sister, Mrs. Willadene Campbell, Section, AL; 3 brothers, Jimmy Barnes and Wayne Barnes, both of Dutton, AL, and Buddy Barnes, Scottsboro, AL; 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with her son-in-law, Rev. Earl Drummond and the Rev. Doyle Kerr officiating. Interment will follow in East View Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 12 noon until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective homes.

Pallbearers are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday at 1:30pm and include: Chris Morgan, Shawn Morgan, Scott Evans, Tony Lane, Charles Wayne Evans, Jim Evans, and Allen Evans.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

George Beniah “G.B. Whittle, Jr

Mr. George Beniah “G.B. Whittle, Jr. age 84 of Rome passed away Friday March 29, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday April 2, 2013 at Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday April 1, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Mr. Whittle will lie instate at the church on Tuesday one hour prior to the service.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Marie Atkins Whittle

Mrs. Marie Atkins Whittle, age 84 of Rome passed away Friday March 29, 2013 at her residence.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday April 2, 2013, at Oaknoll Memorial Gardens, with Rev. Bobby Stephens officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Monday April 1, 2013, at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Annell Branton Proctor

Mrs. Annell Branton Proctor, age 90, 1168 Chulio Road, Rome, formerly of Sproull Road, passed away Wednesday evening, March 27, 2013.

Mrs. Proctor was born in Floyd County on December 25, 1922, daughter of the late James Thomas Branton and the late Ola Zuber Branton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Max D. Proctor on November 22, 2012, and by all of her siblings. Prior to her retirement, she was employed with Sears here in Rome for over 29 years. Mrs. Proctor was a member of the Vann’s Valley United Methodist Church where she was active in the W. M. U. for many years.

Survivors include 3 sons, Vaughn Terrell, and his wife, Jane, Tignall, GA, John Terrell, and his wife, Jeannie, Iron City, GA, and James Terrell, and his wife, Lynn, Rome; 2 step-sons, Max Proctor, Jr., and his wife, Jaque, Rome, and Chris Proctor, and his wife, Wendy, Rome; 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Mikel Garrett officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday from 12:30pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of a son, James Terrell, 765 Chulio Road, Rome.

Pallbearers are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday at 1:30pm and include: Justin Whelchel, Jeremy Bevels, Wesley Terrell, Michael Terrell, Joseph Terrell, Joshua Terrell, and Jay Johnston.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Homestead Hospice, 162 W. Main Street, Suite 104, Cartersville, GA 30120, or to the American Cancer Society, Relay for Life, c/o River City Bank, 228 N. 2nd Avenue, Rome, GA 30165.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Eddie Lamar Whitlock

Eddie Lamar Whitlock, age 59, of 4209 Cox Farm Rd., Acworth, died Thursday in a Rome medical facility.

Funeral arrangements will announced later by Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Harl Green

Mr. Harl Green, age 82, 403 Grove Avenue, Lindale, passed away Wednesday morning, March 27, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mr. Green was born in Lindale, GA on March 25, 1931, son of the late Rev. Clarence Harl Green, Sr. and the late Louella Mann Green. He was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Janice Marlon Green in 1949 and Glenda Faye Green in 2008, and by his paternal grandparents, Andrew Jackson Green and Emma Green. Mr. Green graduated from McHenry High School where he played football. He loved his community in Lindale and was an avid Pepperell Dragon Football fan, being in attendance at every game that he was able. Mr. Green also loved Georgia Bulldog football. He retired from Lindale Manufacturing Co. in Lindale after having been employed at the Lindale mill for nearly 50 years. Mr. Green was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the 101st Airborne Infantry Division during the Korean War. He was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his 3 brothers, Rev. Bobby Green, and his wife, Nina, Silver Creek, Dr. Jimmie A. Green, and his wife, Juanita, Rome, and Rev. J. Clinton Green, and his wife, Janie, Silver Creek; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 29, 2013, at 11am in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with his brothers, Rev. Bobby Green, Dr. Jimmie Green, and Rev. Clinton Green officiating. Interment will follow in Lindale Cemetery with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard in charge of military honors.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective homes.

Pallbearers are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday at 10:30am and include: Dr. Tim Green, Randy Green, Zach Green, John Green, Glen Kemnitz, and Gary Evans.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Larry Wayne McAbee

Mr. Larry Wayne McAbee, age 61, of Rome passed away Tuesday March 26, 2013 in UAB Medical Center, in Birmingham, Al.

Mr. McAbee was born September 11, 1951, in Floyd County. He was a member of First Assembly of God Church of Rome, member of Local IBEW 613, in Atlanta. He was a graduate of Model High School class of 1969. Mr. McAbee was preceded in death by his father, John Alton McAbee.

Survivors include his wife, Lori Matthews McAbee, mother, Nell Walker McAbee, son, Christopher P. McAbee, daughter, Rhonda McAbee Terc, son, Chad (Tracy) Leffel, daughter, Shannon (Bo) Ritter, daughter, Ronda (Steven) Matthews Estes, brothers, Lee ( Elaine) McAbee, Ronnie (Joy) McAbee, grandchildren, Tristan Terc, Emily Terc, Summer Douglas, Sierra Ritter, several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Mr. McAbee’s life will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Friday March 29, 2013 at First Assembly of God Church of Rome,105 Broadus Road, Rome, Ga. 30161, with Rev. David McLucas, and Rev. Nick Jones, officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. until the hour of the service on Friday at First Assembly of God Church of Rome.

Donations may be made to University of Alabama Kidney Transplant Foundation, 1900 University Boulevard, Birmingham, Al. 35294.

Please visit our website, www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165 has charge of arrangements.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Guy Cothran “Alamo” Bannister, Jr

Mr. Guy Cothran “Alamo” Bannister, Jr., age 49, of Lafayette passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013, at a Ft. Oglethorpe hospital.

Mr. Bannister was born August 17, 1963, in Rome son of Guy Cothran Bannister, Sr. and the late Patricia Mitton Bannister. He worked for his dad at B & M Pulpwood Company for many years. We will remember him as a hard working man who enjoyed his family and close friends. He will remain in our hearts forever and his wisdom will impact us for years to come.

Survivors include his four children, Zachary Bannister, Tiffany Bannister, Carrie Bannister and Ashley Fowler, all of Rome; his dad, Guy Cothran Bannister, Sr., and his wife, Dorothy, Rome; one sister, Teresa Simpson, Rome; one step-brother, Robbie Johnson, Rome; two step-sisters, Wendy Boggs and Connie Payne, Rome; six grandchildren; a special friend, Sandra Monroe, Rome; numerous friends, nieces and nephews also survive.

A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, March 28, 2013, at 6pm. in the Chapel at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Wayne Payne officiating.

The family will receive friends from at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Thursday from 4pm until the funeral hour. At other times, they may be reached at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Monday, March 25, 2013

Sheila Belle Thrash Ingram

Sheila Belle Thrash Ingram, age 60, of Silver Creek, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013.

Ms. Ingram was born on February 09, 1953, in Rome, Georgia daughter of the late Herman Clyde Thrash and the late Dorothy Belle Colley Thrash. She enjoyed cooking for any and everyone. We will always remember her kindness in serving anyone who came by the house. She was a simple lady who loved everyone. Thank you for the great memories. Ms. Ingram was also preceded in death by a brother-in-law, David Henderson.

Survivors include her five children, Angela Bridge (Chris), Margaret Williams (Mackie), all of Silver Creek, Wayne Davis (Traci), Coosa, Lynn Story (Scott), Rome, Denny Royer (Darla), Coosa; one brother, Tim Thrash (Teresa), Lindale; two sisters, Joyce Henderson and Ann Cowan (Dale), all of Silver Creek; numerous grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Ladell Jacobs officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Alto Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday from 12 noon until the funeral hour. At other times, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson and Sons Funeral Home are in charge of the arrangements.

Sunday, March 24, 2013

Ruby Jo Trotter

Mrs. Ruby Jo Trotter, age 68, of 143 Vanns Valley Road, Rome, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Trotter was born in Columbus, Georgia on April 24, 1944, daughter of the late J. B. William Freeman and the late Nora Elizabeth Floyd Freeman. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa Gail Trotter, by a sister, Mrs. Beatrice Easterwood, and by 4 brothers, J. W. Freeman, Alfred “Bubba” Freeman, Gene Freeman, and Robert Freeman. Mrs. Trotter worked for a number of years in the textile industry and prior to retirement, she worked as a Dietician at Roman Court. She was a member of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Irby Ray Trotter, to whom she was married on November 26, 1960; 3 daughters, Mrs. Wanda Smith, and her husband, Jimmy, Aragon, Mrs. Sandra Clayton, and her husband, Danny, Aragon, and Ms. Tamra Trotter, Rome; 3 sons, Mark Trotter, and his wife, Amy, Ft. Myers, FL, Joe Trotter, and his wife, Lisa, Bonaqua, TN, and Irby Trotter, and his wife, Carla, Charlotte, TN; 22 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Cora Lee Cagle, Cartersville, and Mrs. Alpha “Sissy” Lowry, Cartersville; 2 brothers, Tommy Freeman, Adairsville, and Lewis Freeman, Euharlee; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at 12 noon in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Morris Cargle officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 10am until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday at 11:30am and include: Grandsons: Sean Smith, Davaughn Clayton, Erik Earwood, Catlin Trotter, J. R. Trotter, and Rodney George.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Edith Irene Hale

Mrs. Edith Irene Hale, 94, of 104 Ave. F, Lindale, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Hale was born in Cherokee County, Alabama on May 9, 1918, daughter of the late Carl and Lena Wright Flemister. She was a member of Silver Creek United Methodist Church where she was very active for many years. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hale was preceded in death by her husband, Emmett Lee Hale, and by a son, Bobby Hale.

Survivors include a daughter, Patsy Blomquist, and her husband, Charles, Lindale; a brother, Harry Flemister, and his wife, Betty, Rome; a sister, Kathryn Bailey, Rome; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 24, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Scott Hale and Mr. Don Lucas officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons funeral Home on Sunday from 1:00pm until the funeral hour. At other times, they will be at their respective residence.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday at 2:30pm and include: Glen Flemister, James Myers, Shane Myers, Jeff Hale, Steve Hale, and Terry Parker.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Virginia Marie “Jenny” Culberson Barker

Mrs. Virginia Marie “Jenny” Culberson Barker, age 58, of 7 Elliott Circle, Rome, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Barker was born in Menlow, Georgia on August 19, 1954, daughter of Connie Ruth Allen Culberson and the late Billy Culberson. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Ernest and Bertha Allen and Frank and Louise Culberson. Mrs. Barker was a member of His Church and the Rome Shrine Club Shrinettes. She worked for Sara Lee Bakery for 23 years.

Survivors include her husband, David Miller Barker, to whom she was married on June 19, 1970; 2 daughters, Melissa Diane Shoemake, Boaz, AL., and Barbara Jane Navarro, Bryan, TX; her mother, Mrs. Connie Culberson, Rome; 4 grandchildren, David Allen Jenkins, Riley Eugene Vaughn, Taylor Marie Jenkins, and Madison Nichole Jenkins; a sister, Betty Joan Hrynchwich, and her husband, Lecil, Rome; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Tommy Justice officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Monday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday at 1:30pm and include: Bruce Wood, Steven Wood, David Jenkins, Michael Dyer, David Crick, and Kevin Ely.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Charles William Land

Mr. Charles William Land, age 85, of 326 Eden Valley Road, Rome, currently a resident of the Riverwood Retirement Community, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mr. Land was born in Rome, Georgia on December 21, 1927, son of the late Glen Land and the late Bertha Jackson Land. He was also preceded in death by his wife, the former Lois Lorene Pulliam, on June 2, 2012, by his step-mother, Mrs. Peggy Land, by 3 sisters, Mrs. Katie Henson, Mrs. Shirley Milligan, and Mrs. Jean Snyder, by a brother, Charles Payne, and by a special aunt, Mollie. Mr. Land was a veteran of the U. S. Navy serving 6 years during World War II. Prior to retirement, he was a driver for the Rome-Floyd Fire Department for 25 years. He was an avid golfer, a member of the BEAA Country Club, the Retired Firefighters Association, and the Breakfast Club. Mr. Land was of the Christian faith.

Survivors include a son, Charles Timothy Land, and his wife, Anita, Rome; a grandson, Bradley Keith Land, Rome; 2 great grandchildren, Madison Land and JaDon Land; a sister, Nancy Hamrick, and her husband, Leo, Cedartown; a brother, Bud Payne, and his wife, Shelvia, Alabama; a brother-in-law, Paul Snyder, Rome; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 25, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Jody Hagerty officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens with honors provided by the Rome-Floyd Fire Department Honor Guard.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Monday from 1pm until the funeral hour. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of a son, Tim Land, 606 Kingfisher Circle, Rome.

Members of the Rome-Floyd Fire Department Honor Guard will serve as active pallbearers. All retired and active members of the Rome-Floyd Fire Department will serve as honorary pallbearers and are asked to assemble at the funeral home on Monday at 1:30pm.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Friday, March 22, 2013

Hoyt Gus Rogers

Mr. Hoyt Gus Rogers, age 89, of 1516 Mathis Road, SE, Rome, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013, following a lengthy illness.

Mr. Rogers was born in Floyd County, Georgia on January 16, 1924, son of the late Gus Franklin Rogers and the late Gracie Henderson Rogers. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Shirley Jackson, on May 4, 2007. Mr. Rogers was a veteran of the U. S. Navy serving during World War II. He worked for a number of years as a service station manager and then went to work for the City of Rome as a truck driver for the maintenance department.

Survivors include 2 sons, Bill Gore, and his wife, Stacy, Rome, and Kenneth Rogers, and his wife, Debra, Centre, AL; 2 daughters, Gay Rogers and Renee Rogers; 2 special grandchildren, Tommi & Tyler Gore, Rome; a brother, Red Rogers; other grandchildren and great grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Spears officiating and the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard presenting military rites. Private interment will follow in Rome Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday from 2pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Chief Carl Houston Green

Chief Carl Houston Green, age 81, 3126 Cedartown Highway, Apt. 1337, Rome, former Chief of the Rome-Floyd Fire Department, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at his residence.

Chief Green was born in Gordon County on November 17, 1931, son of the late Albert and Mary Emma Borden Green. He was also preceded in death by 3 brothers, Leonard R. Green, W. B. “Bryant” Green, and Harvey Green. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served 2 tours of duty during the Korean War. He served in the 300th Armored Field Artillery Battalion and after 8 months of service, at the age of 18, was promoted to Master Sergeant. Chief Green began his career with the Rome-Floyd Fire Department on October 1, 1955. After being promoted to Asst. Chief in 1975 and Deputy Chief in 1980, he was promoted to Chief on November 9, 1988, and served in that capacity until he retired on November 9, 1990. Chief Green was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cedar Bluff, AL where he served as a Deacon. He was also a member of the Adams-Coker American Legion Post #52 in Rome, the Oostanaula Lodge #133 F. & A. M., and the Korean War Veterans Association.

Survivors include his wife, the former Mary Catherine Adams, to whom he was married on October 3, 1954; a daughter, Mrs. Carla Green Pence, and her husband, Ted, Lindale; a son, Steve Green, and his wife, Christie, Calhoun; 2 granddaughters, Miss Lindsey Pence, and her fiancé, Patrick McStotts, Silver Creek, and Miss Shelby Green, Calhoun; 2 sisters, Mrs. Emogene Ivey, Rome, and Mrs. Iva Nell Shuler, Greer, SC; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Smith and Dr. Mark Cosby officiating and with Chief Gordon Henderson, Rome-Floyd Fire Department, delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens with honors provided by the Rome-Floyd Fire Department Honor Guard.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Members of the Rome- Floyd Fire Department Honor Guard will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will include his nephews, former Cherokee County, AL Sheriff Roy Wynn, and Command Staff and employees of the Rome-Floyd Fire Department, both active and retired.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heyman HospiceCare at Floyd, P. O. Box 163, Rome, GA 30162-0163.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Paul X. Robinson

Mr. Paul X. Robinson, age 84, 505 N. 5th Avenue, Rome, passed away Friday, March 15, 2013, in a local health care facility.

Mr. Robinson was born in Decatur, AL on February 17, 1929, son of the late Mack and Annie Sue Gulledge Robinson. He was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Mamie Robinson and Gertie Mae Dyer, and by 2 brothers, Merrell and Mack Robinson, Jr. Mr. Robinson retired from Integrated Products following a number of years of employment. Following his retirement, he was employed for several years with Holiday Inn here in Rome. He was a member of the First Assembly of God and was a Foster Grandparent with Northwest Georgia Regional Hospital. Mr. Robinson was a member of the Floyd Springs Lodge #167 F. & A. M.

Survivors include his wife, the former Dorothy Hopson, to whom he was married on April 19, 1964; a son, Tim Robinson, and his wife, Rhonda, Rome; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Nancy Buck, Aragon; 6 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Davis Rogers officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens with the Floyd Spring Lodge #167 in charge of graveside rites.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday from 12 noon until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of the son, Tim Robinson, 1079 Mays Bridge Road, Rome.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearer and are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday at 1:30pm.

The Floyd Springs Lodge #167 will open on Wednesday at 12:30pm for the purpose of attending the funeral of Mr. Robinson.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Sunday, March 17, 2013

Nellie Jo Padgett

Mrs. Nellie Jo Padgett, age 76, 412 Woodward Street, Rome, passed away Thursday evening, March 14, 2013, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Padgett was born in Dawson, AL on November 17, 1936, daughter of the late Joseph Howard Brown and the late Katie Francis Louise Edgeman Brown. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Donald Kenneth Padgett, and by a brother, Earl Brown. Mrs. Padgett was a homemaker, a Christian, a devoted wife and mother, and an extraordinary “southern” cook. She was also a gifted gardener, an avid bird watcher, and a lover of dogs, stories, and gospel music.

Survivors include her daughter, Ms. Jannie Padgett, Rome; a son, Joseph A. “Buddy” Lingerfelt, and his wife, Joanne, Raynham, MA; a grandson, Curtis Lingerfelt, Raynham, MA; 3 sisters, Mrs. Thelma Stewart, Cookeville, TN, Mrs. Judy Fox, Rome, and Mrs. Linda Smith, Rome; 5 brothers, David Brown, Rome, Robert “Bobby” Brown, Villanow, Curtis Brown, Chickamauga, Wayne Brown, Lafayette, and Fred Brown, Chickamauga; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 18, 2013 at 1pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Leonard Crawford officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday from 4 until 6pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Steve Wayne Culberson

Steve Wayne Culberson, Sr. age 53 of Rome, passed away Friday March 15, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Steve was born November 14, 1959 in Floyd County, a son of the late Edward Culberson, and Carolyn Page Culberson. He was of the Baptist Faith. Steve was preceded in death by a sister, Shelia Freeman.

Survivors include his wife, Lisa Justice Culberson, children, Kevin Culberson, Rome; Brandon Culberson, Rome; Chasity McMichael, Rome; Steve Wayne Culberson, Jr. Rome; grandchildren, Christopher Thomas, Shane Culberson, brother, Danny Culberson, MI; father and mother in law, Mr. &Mrs. Bobby Justice; Rome,

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Tuesday March 19, 2013 at Mount Calvary Freewill Baptist Church, with Rev. Jackie Culberson, officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of the service on Tuesday.

Donations may be made to the Kevin and Brandon Culberson memorial fund at Wells Fargo Bank, 2 Redmond Road, Rome, Ga. 30165,

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen, Jesse Williams, Mark Grogan, Shane Justice, Scott Justice, Time Page, Terry Page, Ricky Turner, and Tony Turner.

Please visit our website, www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165 has charge of arrangements.

Friday, March 15, 2013

Steve Wayne Culberson

Steve Wayne Culberson, age 53 of 53 Barron Rd., Rome, died in a Rome hospital Friday afternoon. His wife is the former Lisa Justice.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Jack Raymond Page

Mr. Jack Raymond Page, Sr., age 84 of Rome, passed away Friday, March 15, 2013 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 18, 2013 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends Sunday, March 17, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

The family will accept flowers or donations may be made to the Lakeview Baptist Church Building Fund (Lakeview Baptist Church, 80 Salem Drive. NW-Rome, GA 30165).

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home is in charge of the funeral arrangements from Mr. Jack Raymond Page, Sr.

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Rickey Milton Green

Mr. Rickey Milton Green, age 58, 286 Kerce Road, NE, Kingston, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2013, at his residence.

Mr. Green was born in Floyd County on August 5, 1954, son of the late Charlie Milton Green and the late Ruth Rice Green. He was employed for 30 years with Galey & Lord in Shannon but prior to his illness, he was employed with Neaton Rome, Inc. Mr. Green was a member of the Calhoun Avenue Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, the former Glenda Faye Bowman, to whom he was married on December 23, 1996; 5 daughters, Ms. Tracey Dempsey, Rome, Ms. Susan Hopper, Rome, Mrs. Scarlett Gazaway, and her husband, Jeff, Plainville, Ms. Cindy Harris, Plainville, and Ms. Heather Green, Calhoun; 5 grandchildren, LeAnna Banks, and her husband, Josh, Rome, Erick Hopper, and his wife, Allison, Rome, Ashton Hopper, Rome, Kati Gazaway and Aubri Gazaway, both of Plainville; 2 great grandchildren, Madison and Kaley Banks, both of Rome; 2 sisters, Mrs. Barbara Moorehead, Savannah, and Mrs. Tina Moore, and her husband, Jimmy, Plainville; sister-in-law, Mrs. Carolyn Dudley, and her husband, Alton, Rome; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 15, 2013, at 3pm at the graveside in Floyd Memory Gardens. The Rev. Mike Southerland will officiate.

The family respectfully requests no flowers. They may be contacted at the residence at other hours.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Susan Ann Bobo Sills

Mrs.Susan Ann Bobo Sills, age 55, died March 4, 2013 at her residence, 2 Hopewell Rd.,Rome.

She was born in Rome, July 17, 1957 a daughter of Quincy Lamar Bobo and Barbara Taylor Bobo and was preceded in death by her husband, Barry Sills.

Surviving are her parents, Lamar and Barbara Bobo, Silver Creek and brother,Tony Bobo.

A memorial service will be held later by Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Marion Elizabeth Cantrell

Mrs. Marion Elizabeth Cantrell, age 57, of Rome, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Cantrell was born in Rome, Georgia on November 7, 1955, daughter of the late Marion Sylvester Champion and the late Sara Ruth Hales Champion. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carl Cantrell, Sr., by a daughter, Frances Sarah Wiggley, and by a brother, Joseph Champion, Sr. Prior to retirement, she worked for several years at Riverview Nursing Home. She was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include 2 brothers, Denny Champion, Rome, and Benny Champion, Rome; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2013, at 4pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home. The Rev. Bobby Champion will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Thursday from 3pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Rev. Michael Wayne Baker

Rev. Michael Wayne Baker, age 69, of 16 Amberwood Trial, Rome, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at a local healthcare facility.

Rev. Baker was born in Rome, Georgia on May 19, 1943, son of the late Alvin William Baker and the late Marguerite “Peggy” Giles Baker. He was a graduate of Shorter College and worked as a social worker for Inner Harbor Psychiatric Hospital and the Department of Family and Children’s services.

Rev. Baker was a Minister of the Gospel and had pastored at Word and the Way Baptist Church, Macedonia Baptist Church, Silver Creek United Methodist Church, Floyd Springs United Methodist Church, Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church as well as other local churches. He was a member of the Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, the former Sherry Payne, to whom he was married on December 18, 1981; a daughter, Mrs. Susan Baker McKoy, and her husband, Matthew, Alpharetta; a son, Stephen Michael Baker, Silver Creek; a step-son, Stephen B. Culberson, Rome; a grandson, Hudson Baker McKoy, Alpharetta; a brother, Ronald Baker, Rome.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2013, at 2:30pm at the Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church with the Rev. Bobby Stephens and the Rev. Mac McCurry officiating. Private entombment will be held at a later date in the Oaknoll Memorial Gardens Columbarium.

The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday from 1:30pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Marshall Ann Horton Williams

Ms. Marshall Ann Horton Williams, age 76, of 2 East Valley Road, Rome, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2013, at a local hospital.

Ms. Williams was born in Rome, Georgia on April 26, 1936, daughter of the late Smith Horton and the late Addie Kerns Horton. She was also preceded in death by a son, Greg Williams. Ms. Williams was a teacher at Garden Lakes Elementary School for 30 years prior to retirement. She was a member of the North Broad Baptist Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Ms. Susan Williams, Rome; a grandson, Matthew Williams, Cedartown; several cousins and other relatives also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, at 2:30pm from the graveside at East View Cemetery. The Rev. Doug Roebuck and the Rev. Horace Stewart will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday from 1pm until 2pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Dewayne Duncan

Dewayne Duncan, age 44 of Shannon, passed away Monday March 10, 2013 at his residence.

Dewayne was born May 8, 1968 in Polk County. He was a member of Mount Calvary Freewill Baptist Church, he was a graduate of Cedartown High School. Dewayne was employed by Casey’s Supermarket in Cedartown for several years. He was preceded in death by his mother Nancy Trammell Duncan.

Survivors include his wife, Dena Gilliam Duncan, children, Andrew Jordan Duncan, Cave Spring; Derek Ryan Duncan, Rome; father, Raymond Duncan, Rockmart; grandchild, Lilly Marie, Lancaster, half sisters, Celena Bonne, Compton, IL; Heidi Hell, Corps Christie, TX; half brother, Micah Duncan, Clayton.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Thursday March 14, 2013 at Mount Calvary Freewill Baptist Church, in Shannon, with Rev. Jackie Culberson, Rev. Elgin Williams, and Rev. Michael Edwards, officiating. Interment follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Cedartown. The family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the service on Thursday at the church.

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen and are asked to meet at the church on Thursday by 12:00 P.M. Roy Trammell, Junior Shopshire, Lester Junior, Jason Culberson, Jerry Culberson, Marvin Wright, Donald Montgomer.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book and view the DVD on the life of Dewayne Duncan.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165 has charge of arrangements.

Margaret Nell Harris Cline

Mrs. Margaret Nell Harris Cline, age 88 of 387 Dellinger Rd., Rome died March 6, 2013.

She was born in Rome Oct.13, 1924, a daughter of the late Bill Harris and Margaret Cranes Harris and resided here all of her life. Prior to retirement she was a self-employed beautician. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Cline and 3 brothers, Henry, Roy and William Harris.

Surviving is a son, Calvin (Patricia) Sherman, Rome; a granddaughter, Jessica Sherman; sister, Annie Burton, Rome.

A memorial service will be held at a later date by Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Mary Lynn Walters Clark

Mrs. Mary Lynn Walters Clark, age 52, died March 8, 2013 at her residence, 751 Burnett Ferry Rd.,Rome.

She was born July 26, 1960, the daughter of the late Archie F. Walters and Mary Molly Mann Walters and had lived here all of her life. She was preceded in death by a son, Joshua Clark and brother, David Walters.

Surviving are 3 sons, Michael Shane Walters, Corey Clark and Alexis Clark; 2 brothers, Ronald Walters and Donald Walters; two grandchildren, Mikayla Walters and Lauren Walters.

A memorial service will be held later by Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Monday, March 11, 2013

Doyle Evelyn Justice Whorton

Mrs. Doyle Evelyn Justice Whorton, age 68, of Rome, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Whorton was born in Rome, Georgia on January 2, 1945, daughter of Edith Aleene Haire Justice Lewis and the late Doyle Garner Justice. She was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the Coosa Chapter #412, Order of the Easter Star. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Whorton, in 1988, by a grandson, Blake Bannister, on February 26, 2013, by a sister, Mrs. Diane Farley, and by 2 brothers, Larry Justice and Richard Justice.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Robin Boatner, Aragon, and Rhonda Gail Bannister, Summerville; 4 granddaughters, Nikki, Megan, Venesa, and RaeAnn Boatner; her mother, Mrs. Edith Aleene Lewis, Silver Creek; 2 sisters, Ms. Linda Salmon, Silver Creek, and Ms. Sandra Couch, Silver Creek; several nieces and nephews also survive.

The family will hold a memorial gathering on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, at 5pm at the residence of a daughter, Robin Boatner, 267 Brumbelow Road, Aragon. They will receive friends at Robin’s residence on Tuesday and prior to the memorial gathering on Wednesday.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Coosa Chapter #412, Order of the Eastern Star, 160 Addington Drive, Rome, GA 30165.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home makes this announcement for the family.

Julia Elizabeth “Joy” Dooley

Julia Elizabeth “Joy” Dooley, age 50 of Rome passed away Sunday March 10, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Julia was born June 11, 1962 in Greenville, SC. She spent most of her life in Floyd County and was employed for many years at Galey &Lord and Mohawk Industries. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Dooley; step father, Benny Robinson, and grandson, D’Vonte’ William Buffington.

Survivors include her daughters, Shauna (Richard) Stevens, Rome; Christina Buffington, Rome; mother, Arlene Fris Robinson, Shannon; father, Benny Baird, Shannon; two brothers, Mitchell (Robin) Baird Calhoun; Mike Baird, Kingston; sisters, Susan Spiva, Cartersville; Shannon (Linn) Shirey, Armuchee; grandchildren, Lindsey Dooley, Haley Dooley, Damien Gore, Payton Stevens, Jayland Buffington, Abi Stevens, and McKenize Buffington, 5 nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday March 13, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Gary Diggs, officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Wednesday.

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen and are asked to meet at the funeral home by 12:30 p.m. Mitchell Baird, Mike Baird, Linn Shirey, Nick Baird, Wayne Hickman, and Chris Carter.

Please visit our website, www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book and view the DVD on the life of Julia Elizabeth “Joy” Dooley.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165 has charge of arrangements.

Sunday, March 10, 2013

Eloise Ashby Cummins

Mrs. Eloise Ashby Cummins, age 82, of 10 Hood Dr., Rome, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Cummins was born in Jacksonville, Florida on August 24, 1929, daughter of the late Clarence G. Ashby and Eloise Roberts Ashby. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wade Leland Cummins. Mrs. Cummins was a member of St. Peters Episcopal Church. She impacted numerous lives in positive ways with her charitable actions through her businesses and personal efforts. Mrs. Cummins will be remembered as a true genteel Southern Lady and Matriarch. Her wisdom and hospitality will continue to impact us daily and influence future generations.

Survivors include her three sons, Henry E. Dean, III, and his wife, Caroline, Rome, Clarence Ashby Dean, Okeechobee, FL, and Thomas D. S. Dean, Sr., and his wife, Stacia, Jacksonville, FL; one daughter, Eloise A. Slade, Jacksonville, FL; ten grandchildren, Henry E. Dean, IV, Charles A. A. Dean, Alexander L. Dean, Clarence Dean, Jr., Robert R. Dean, Thomas D. S. Dean, Jr., Clinton P. Dean, Eloise Virginia Dean, Lee Hollingsworth Dean, and Jonathan Slade; nieces and nephews also survive.

A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home makes this announcement on behalf of the family.

Jody Elton Ashley

Mr. Jody Elton Ashley, age 56, of 859 Bethel Church Road, Silver Creek, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2013, at his residence.

Mr. Ashley was born in Floyd County, Georgia on June 3, 1956, son of Bertha Pauline Gillham Ashley and the late Joseph Carter Ashley. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Derita Dowdy. Mr. Ashley worked for a number of years as an Industrial Electrician first at Georgia Kraft, then at General Electric in Rome, and lastly at Ampacet in Cartersville. He was of the Christian faith.

Survivors include 2 sons, Kyle West Ashley, Rome, and Jordan Carter Ashley, Gainesville; his mother, Mrs. Bertha Ashley, Silver Creek; 3 sisters, Beverly Sisson, Silver Creek, Jean Mathis, Silver Creek, and Renee Sisson, Silver Creek; 3 brothers, Jesse Ashley, Silver Creek, David Ashley, Silver Creek, and Greg Ashley, Silver Creek; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at 7pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Mac McCurry officiating. Following the service, Mr. Ashley will be cremated.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5pm until the service time. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Joseph Eugene Culberson

Mr. Joseph Eugene Culberson, age 41, of Rome, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2013.

Mr. Culberson was born on November 11, 1971, son of Kathy Carr Sexton and Jim Culberson. He was of the Baptist faith and had worked at Suhner Manufacturing and F & P. Mr. Culberson was an avid arrow head collector, dedicated NASCAR race fan and enjoyed fishing. We will remember his smile, good attitude and simple ways that we enjoyed daily. He will be missed, but cherished in our hearts.

Survivors include his wife, Nellie Champion Culberson, Rome; son, Joseph Brent Culberson, Rome; mother, Kathy Carr Sexton, and her husband, Larry H., Rome; his father, Jim Culberson, and his wife, Shirley, Rome; two sisters, Mrs. Laura Dickert, and her husband, Joe, and Mrs. Dawn Rapose, and her husband, Shawn, all of Rome; three brothers, Glen Sexton, and his wife, Bernice, Howie Sexton, and Jay Culberson, all of Rome; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at 2:00p.m. in the Chapel at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Charles Champion and the Rev. Jerry Chisolm officiating.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 12 noon until the funeral hour. At other hours, they may be reached at the home of his mother, 620 Old Lindale Road, Rome or his mother-in-law, 169 Couey Circle NE, Rome.

In lieu of flowers, please contact the family about memorial donations.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of these arrangements.

Friday, March 8, 2013

John M. (Casey) Jones

Mr. John M. (Casey) Jones, 54, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2013, in his home.

Casey was born in Nashville, TN on November 17, 1958. He is preceded in death by his parents, John D. and Rebecca Jones, and by a beloved paternal grandmother, Alma Jones. He was a 1977 graduate of Tullahoma (TN) High School, and a 1981 graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro. Casey was a brother of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. He was an active member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and an Assistant Scout Master with Boy Scouts of America, local Troop 4.

Casey is survived by his sons, John Andrew Jones and Cameron Sterling Jones, and former wife, Andrea Jones, to whom he was married on September 4, 1982. Additional survivors include sisters and brothers-in-law, Dixie and Richard Broyles, and Donna and Richard Ritchie. A number of nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 11, 2013, at 11am in the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Jack Karch officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 until 4pm.

Active pallbearers are asked to assemble at the church by 10:30am.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Casey’s memory to Boy Scouts of America, Troop # 4, Rome, GA.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Brenda Gayle Davis

Mrs. Brenda Gayle Davis, age 63, of 42 Chateau Drive, Rome, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Davis was born in Rome, Georgia on October 7, 1949, daughter of Ruby Cox Bowman Lindsey and the late Donald W. Bowman. She worked for a number of years as a secretary for Pediatrics at Floyd Medical Center. Mrs. Davis was a member of the New Life Ministries Church of God. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Davis, in 1969.

Survivors include a son, Shaun Davis, and his wife, Stephanie, Rome; her mother, Mrs. Ruby C. Lindsey, Rome; 2 brothers, Nick Bowman, Kingston, and Greg Bowman, Rome; 3 grandchildren, Tori Davis, Rome, Hunter Davis, Rome, and Gracie Davis, Rome; 2 great grandchildren, Ryeder and Bella; nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home. Pastor Gary Diggs will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 until 3pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at each of their respective residences.

In lieu of flowers, please contact the family about memorial contributions.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Lucille Fite Chastain

Mrs. Lucille Fite Chastain, age 85, of 170 Hennon Dr., Apt. H, Rome, passed away on March 7, 2013, at a local nursing facility.

Mrs. Chastain was born in Calhoun, Georgia on September 17, 1927, daughter of the late George Fite and the late Grace Greeson Fite. She retired from Horizon as a Creeler and then began a new career with Bojangles where she worked for many more years. Mrs. Chastain was also preceded in death by her daughter, Ann McCoy. She will be remembered as a loving lady whose memory will forever be cherished in our hearts.

Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Edward Chastain, Rome, two sons, Donnie Chastain, and his wife, Elaine, Rome, Dale Chastain, and his wife, Martha, Summerville; one grandson, Shane Chastain; one granddaughter, Sharon McCoy; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Graveside services will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2013, at 2:00 at the Pleasant Valley North Cemetery. The Rev. Jerry Brooks will officiate.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday evening from 5 until 7pm. At other times, they may be reached at their residence.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Ola Laverne Millsap White

Mrs. Ola Laverne Millsap White, age 69, of Rome passed away Wednesday March 6, 2013 at her residence.

Mrs. White was born January 31, 1944 in Floyd County, a daughter of the late John Millsap and Ola Bell Morris Millsap. She was preceded her husband William Virgil White.

Survivors include, daughter Kimberly White, her fianc? Shon Reeves, sons Jeremy White, and his wife, Camron, 6 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.m. Saturday March 9, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Jerry Howell officiating Interment will follow in Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery, in Aargon.

The family will receive friend from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday March 8, 2013, at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book and view the DVD on the life of Mrs. Ola Laverne Millsap White.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Thursday, March 7, 2013

E. Raymond Minerd

Mr. E. Raymond Minerd, age 91, of 157 Walenda Dr., Rome, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mr. Minerd was born in Confluence, Pennsylvania on March 25, 1921, son of the late Otis Freed Minerd and the late Rebecca Burkholder Minerd. He was also preceded in death by his wife, the former Gladys Ethel Brant, on January 7, 2008, by a son-in-law, Rev. Guy Woolley, and by a sister, Mrs. Beatrice Miller. Prior to retirement, Mr. Minerd worked for a number of years in construction. He was a member of the New Life Ministries Church of God where he served as choir director for a number of years. He was also a former member of a Labor Union.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Mrs. Raynelle Early, and her husband, Frank Early, Rome, and Mrs. Dixie Woolley, Rome; a grandson, Vince Early, Rome; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 8, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. William Holden and the Rev. Charles Izell officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday from 11:30am until 1:30pm. At other hours, they may be contacted the residence, 157 Walenda Drive.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday at 1:30pm and include: Malcolm Hunter, Leroy Carey, Vince Early, Glenn Nicholson, Michael Nicholson, and Ben Early.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Elizabeth Alexis Cummings

Miss Elizabeth Alexis Cummings, age 12, of 1460 Burnett Ferry Road, Rome, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, in an Atlanta hospital following a courageous battle with leukemia.

Elizabeth was born in Rome, Georgia on November 4, 2000, daughter of Olivia Michelle Dillard-Collins and Michael Gregory Cummings. She was preceded in death a grandfather, Leslie Wells, and by great grandparents, Clinton Brock, Paul Roberson, James F. Gray, Sr., and Geraldine Tucker Gray. Elizabeth was a 6th grade student at Pepperell Middle School where she sang in the chorus. She was a member of Cross Pointe Community Church.

Survivors include her parents, Olivia Dillard-Collins, Rome, Michael Cummings, Rome, and Michael Collins, Rome; a brother, Ethan Collins, Rome; a sister, Miss Alyssa Collins, Rome; grandparents, Mrs. Karen Wells, Rome, and Frank and Della Gray, Rome; great grandparents, Bobbie Brock, Rome, Irene Roberson, Rome, N. G. and Shirley Austin, Oklahoma, and Audy and Lorraine Willis, Rome; aunts, Claire Dillard, and her husband, Roney Gibbons, Rome, and Sara Carpenter, and her husband, Luke, Rome; uncle, L. J. Wells, Rome; cousins and other relatives also survive.

A celebration of Elizabeth’s life will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Diggs officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Friday from 5 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Both active and honorary pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday at 1:30pm and include: Active: Luke Carpenter, Jeremiah Carpenter, Mike Roberson, Joel Roberson, C. J. Darias, and Austin Colstin. Honorary: Jacob Andrew Gray, C. J. Brown, Bradley Carver, Jordan Gibbons, L. J. Wells, and Roney Gibbons.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Laverne Graboski

Mr. Laverne Graboski, 76, of Rome GA and formerly of Stockbridge GA passed away Monday, March 4, in a Rome, GA hospital.

A native of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, Mr. Graboski was born April 21, 1936 son of the late Emil Graboski and Laura Meronick Graboski. He had been a resident of Stockbridge for many years prior to moving to Rome six months ago. Prior to retirement, Mr. Graboski served as an electronics technician with Sears. He was descrbed as a “doll” with a “heart of gold” who enjoyed helping people.

Survivors include his wife Emily Margaret Riebe Graboski of Rome, to whom he was married July 27, 1960; daughter Laura (Darren Reinacher ) Parker of Rome; son Patrick Dean Graboski of Stockbridge, GA , brother Juan Grabowski. A sister Lavada Callaway. Grandchildren Jeanette and Emilie Parker of Rome, Grant and Greg Graboski, Jonathan and Terry Parker, Terrace and Dacey Graboski and several great grandchildren also survive.

A memorial service will be conducted with Deacon Stuart Neslin officiating at 11 A.M. Thursday, March 7 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 923 West First Street, Rome, GA. The family will greet friends following the service.

Parnick Jennings Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home is serving the family of Mr. Laverne Graboski.

Bertha Elizabeth Ludwig Martin

Mrs. Bertha Elizabeth Ludwig Martin passed away on Sunday March 3, 2013, at the age of 97. She was born in Rochester, Pa. on January 31, 1916, the first daughter of Fred and Bertha Marie Schwartz Ludwig. She was an active member of the United Presbyterian Church, she was a graduate of Rochester High School. On June 10, 1936, she married George F. Martin who died on June 26, 1971. Bertie was a homemaker who loved to sew and knit. When her children went to college, she was employed with G.C. Murphy Company and loved working in the toy department.

In 1968 the Martins moved to Miami, FL. Where Bertie was a nanny for many professional families and she joined the Trinity Presbyterian Church. Since June 1993 she resided in Rome Where she was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed participating in all the in all the Saints Alive activities and was known for her decorated walker, her love of purple, birds flowers and playing Bingo.

Besides her parents and husband she was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Harry F, Frederick G. Ralph and Clarence A. Ludwig and a sister Kathryn Tuinet.

She is survived by a son John “Jack” and Lucy Martin, Maples Shade, NJ; 2 daughters, Elizabeth “Betty” and Tom Carver, Rome; Margaret “Maggie” L. Cunningham, Bothell, Fl; 7 gandchildren, Richard and Melanie Carver, Wintersville, Ohio; Robert and Heather Carver, Marietta, Naomi and Keith Williams, Rome; Debra and Steven Baty, Huntsville, Al; Ryan Martin Valhalla, NY; LeaAnn and Keith Kaplan, Bothell, Fla; and Martin Cunningham, Bothell, great grandchildren, Abbey Williams, Kody, Ella, and Dean Carver, Theo and George Kaplan. Sister, Clara MacDonald, Rochester, PA; several nieces and nephews. She was mamaw to nephew John MacDonald.

Bertha’s wish was to be cremated and her cremains will be buried next to her late husband in Rochester, Pa; at a later death.

A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday March 6, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church, Rome with Rev Jeff Chadwick, officiating. The family will receive friends after the service in the King Center of First Presbyterian Church. At other times they maybe reached at the home of Betty and Tom Carver. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church,101 East Third Ave. Rome, Ga. 30161 or Heyman Hospice Care, 420 East Second Ave. Suite 105, Rome, Ga. 30161.

Honorary pallbearers will be Libby Battles, Phyllis and Ken Hancock, Mary and Bill Johns, Susan Farmer, Evelyn Minnick, Betty and Keith Finley, Wayne and Pat Niederhuth, Rosemary and Jim Van Dyke, Vance Luke and Bill Brewster.

The family would like to thank Heyman Hospice Care and nurse Sharon Seabolt, for their comfort and compassion for Bertha and her family.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Bertha E. Martin.

Monday, March 4, 2013

Bertha Elizabeth Ludwig Martin

Mrs. Bertha Elizabeth Ludwig Martin passed away on Sunday March 3, 2013, at the age of 97. She was born in Rochester, Pa. on January 31, 1916, the first daughter of Fred and Bertha Marie Schwartz Ludwig. She was an active member of the United Presbyterian Church, she was a graduate of Rochester High School. On June 10, 1936, she married George F. Martin who died on June 26, 1971. Bertie was a homemaker who loved to sew and knit. When her children went to college, she was employed with G.C. Murphy Company and loved working in the toy department.

In 1968 the Martins moved to Miami, FL. Where Bertie was a nanny for many professional families and she joined the Trinity Presbyterian Church. Since June 1993 she resided in Rome Where she was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed participating in all the in all the Saints Alive activities and was known for her decorated walker, her love of purple, birds flowers and playing Bingo.

Besides her parents and husband she was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Harry F, Frederick G. Ralph and Clarence A. Ludwig and a sister Kathryn Tuinet.

She is survived by a son John “Jack” and Lucy Martin, Maples Shade, NJ; 2 daughters, Elizabeth “Betty” and Tom Carver, Rome; Margaret “Maggie” L. Cunningham, Bothell, Fl; 7 gandchildren, Richard and Melanie Carver, Wintersville, Ohio; Robert and Heather Carver, Marietta, Naomi and Keith Williams, Rome; Debra and Steven Baty, Huntsville, Al; Ryan Martin Valhalla, NY; LeaAnn and Keith Kaplan, Bothell, Fla; and Martin Cunningham, Bothell, great grandchildren, Abbey Williams, Kody, Ella, and Dean Carver, Theo and George Kaplan. Sister, Clara MacDonald, Rochester, PA; several nieces and nephews. She was mamaw to nephew John MacDonald.

Bertha’s wish was to be cremated and her cremains will be buried next to her late husband in Rochester, Pa; at a later death.

A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday March 6, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church, Rome with Rev Jeff Chadwick, officiating. The family will receive friends after the service in the King Center of First Presbyterian Church. At other times they maybe reached at the home of Betty and Tom Carver. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church,101 East Third Ave. Rome, Ga. 30161 or Heyman Hospice Care, 420 East Second Ave. Suite 105, Rome, Ga. 30161.

Honorary pallbearers will be Libby Battles, Phyllis and Ken Hancock, Mary and Bill Johns, Susan Farmer, Evelyn Minnick, Betty and Keith Finley, Wayne and Pat Niederhuth, Rosemary and Jim Van Dyke, Vance Luke and Bill Brewster.

The family would like to thank Heyman Hospice Care and nurse Sharon Seabolt, for their comfort and compassion for Bertha and her family.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Bertha E. Martin.

Laverne Graboski

Laverne Graboski of Rome died Monday morning. Funeral Mass will be held at St.Mary’s Catholic Church. Complete arrangements will be announced by Parnick Jennings,Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Dorothy Jean Selman

Ms. Dorothy Jean Selman, age 59, 787 Mayes Bridge Road, Rome, passed away Friday, March 1, 2013, at a local hospital.

Ms. Selman was born in Floyd County on November 22, 1953, daughter of the late Robert Lynn Salmon, Sr., who preceded her in death in April, 1999, and the late Dorothy Christine Sprayberry Salmon, who preceded her in death in October, 1999. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Rudy Carnel Selman on December 26, 1974, and by a brother, Mike Salmon in August, 1999. Ms. Selman was a 1972 graduate of Coosa High School. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her daughter, Ms. Tonia Selman Mohler, Rome; a son, Rudy Anthony Selman, and his wife, Ashleigh, Rome; 2 grandchildren, Dylan Thomas Mohler, and Ryleigh Audrey Carnel Selman, both of Rome; 3 sisters, Ms. Kathiey Salmon Toles, Rome, Ms. Cindy Connell, Rome, and Mrs. Diane Ellison, and her husband, Larry, Rome; 2 brothers, Robert and Ronald Salmon, both of Rome; nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at 2pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Stephen Williams officiating. Interment will follow in East View Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence.

Pallbearers are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday at 1:30pm and include: Dylan Thomas Mohler, Corey Lynn Foster, Harlen Salmon, Mark Salmon, Jamie Hairrell, Dusty Salmon, and Rudy Selman.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Friday, March 1, 2013

Ricky Marvin Satcher

Mr. Ricky Marvin Satcher, age 54, 926 Bryce Station Road, Silver Creek, passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, in Panola County, Mississippi.

Mr. Satcher was born in Floyd County on June 8, 1958, son of the former Edna Inez Surrett and the late Samuel Arthur “Sam” Satcher, Jr., who preceded him in death in February, 1997. He was a 1976 graduate of East Rome High School and was employed with Rome Coca-Cola for 28 years. For the past 9 years, he was employed with Spears Mattress Company here in Rome. Mr. Satcher was a member of the East Rome Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, the former Belinda Mae Nebel, to whom he was married on April 6, 1986; a daughter, Alexandra Bene Satcher, Armuchee; a son, Erick Shane Satcher, Silver Creek; his mother, Mrs. Edna Satcher, Silver Creek; a sister, Cathy Satcher, Forest Park; nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 3, 2013, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Dewey Atchley officiating. Interment will follow in Wax Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday from 5 until 7pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of his mother, 1-B Shadowood Circle, Silver Creek.

Pallbearers are requested to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday at 2:30pm and include: David Sharpe, Matthew Engel, Dennis Sharpe, Mike Barnes, Jerry Barnes, and Mike Clark.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

James Michael (Mike) Murphy

James Michael (Mike) Murphy, age 60, formerly of Rome, died at his residence, 2842 Romain Court, Acworth Friday. He is the son of Gale and Edna Murphy. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home.

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Ernest Lee Rolan

Mr. Ernest Lee Rolan, age 89, of Kingston Highway, Rome, passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mr. Rolan was born in Bartow County, Georgia on November 7, 1923, son of the late William Francis Rolan and the late Dora Bradshaw Rolan. He was also preceded in death by his wife, the former Flossie Mae Duncan, 3 brothers, George Raymond Rolan, Hubert Rolan, and Milton J. Rolan, and by a sister, Mrs. Lillie Mae Jesonas. He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy serving during World War II. Prior to retirement, Mr. Rolan owned and operated Rolan Business Machine Company. He was a member of the Rome Baptist Temple and was a former Gideon, Mason, and member of the Ruritan Club.

Survivors include 3 sons, Randy Rolan, Rome, Terry Rolan, Maxton, NC, and Calvin Rolan, Ellijay; a sister, Mrs. Myrtle Cantrell, Macon; 7 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at 2pm at the Rome Baptist Temple with Dr. Billy Goolesby officiating. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens with the American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard presenting military honors.

The family will receive friends at the Rome Baptist Temple on Saturday from 12 noon until the service time.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at the church on Saturday at 1:30pm and include: Steve Rolan, Jeff Rolan, Jason Rolan, Travis Rolan, Wes Rolan, Lee Rolan, Earl Rolan, and Steve Allen.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Gideons International, Memorial Bibles Program, P. O. Box 281, Lindale, GA 30147, or to a charity of choice.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Anthony Blake Bannister

Anthony Blake Bannister, age 20, son of Anthony Lamar Bannister and Rhonda Gail Bannister, celebrated his meeting with Jesus on February 26, 2013.

Blake was born in Rome, Georgia on November 20, 1992. He graduated from Chattooga High School as a proud member of the Class of 2011. He was currently pursuing a Master Welder certification at Tulsa Welding School in Jacksonville, Florida. Blake loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, coon hunting, riding his motorcycle, four-wheeler, and his Jeep.

Blake was a jokester that always had a “wise-crack” for someone followed by a mischievous grin. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Kenneth Lamar Bannister, maternal great grandmother, Betty Godwin, and maternal great-great grandparents, Claude H. and Flora Haire.

Blake will be forever remembered by his family and friends.

The family will hold a memorial service for Blake on Sunday, March 3, 2013, at 2pm at his parents’ home, 2900 Foster Manning Road, Summerville, GA 30747.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Blake’s honor to your local animal shelter.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home makes this announcement for the family.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Stephen Jefferson “Steve” Carney

Mr. Stephen Jefferson “Steve” Carney, age 62, of Rome, passed away Monday, February 25, 2013.

Mr. Carney was born in Rome on June 16, 1950, son of Willie J. Carney and the late Elizabeth Gross Carney. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Linda Carney in 2009. Mr. Carney was a graduate of Model High School and attended Floyd College, now Georgia Highlands College. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. He began his service with the Rome Fire Department in 1977 as a rookie firefighter. He retired as a Sergeant on August 29, 2011, following 34 years of dedicated service to his community. We will remember him as a quiet man who enjoyed serving others by cooking some awesome BBQ. His presence will be missed daily; however the fond memories he has left will forever be cherished in our hearts. Mr. Carney attended Dykes Creek Baptist Church.

Survivors include 2 sons, Jeffery Lanier Payne, and his wife, Dana, Cherrylog, and Wesley Chad Payne, Gainesville; a daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Cheatham, and her husband, Robbie, Ellijay; his father, Willie J. Carney, Rome; 2 brothers, William Phillip Carney, and his wife, Opal, and Dennis Carney, and his wife, Nancy, all of Rome; 4 grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and numerous friends at the Rome Fire Department also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 2pm at Dykes Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Mikel Garrett officiating. Interment will follow in Oaknoll Memorial Gardens with honors presented by the Rome Fire Department Honor Guard.

The family will receive friends at Dykes Creek Baptist Church on Thursday from 12 noon until the service hour. At other times, they can be contacted at their respective residences.

Active and honorary pallbearers are requested to assemble at Dykes Creek Baptist Church on Thursday at 1:30pm and are as follows: Active: Brian Minshew, David Fowler, Clete Bonney, Jeff Brynteson, Bob Pruett, Richard Debello, Phil Langston, and Phil Taylor. Honorary: Both active and retired employees of the Rome Fire Department.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Sunday, February 24, 2013

Rebecca Beatrice “Granny” Russell

Mrs. Rebecca Beatrice “Granny” Russell, age 80, of 37 Beard Drive, Rome, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2013, at a local hospital.

Mrs. Russell was born in Floyd County, Georgia on August 30, 1932, daughter of the late Sanders Gordon Fincher and the late Johny Leo Copeland Fincher. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Donald David Russell, on February 19, 1988, and by 11 siblings. Mrs. Russell was a homemaker and was a member of Sunnyside Baptist Church. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, especially supporting them in their sporting events.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Jackie McCreary, and her husband, Don, Rome; 4 sons, Jim Curry, Rome, Danny Curry, and his wife, Melanie, Rome, Sandy Curry, and his wife, Ellen, Rome, and Chyanne Russell, and his wife, Kim, Rome; 12 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at 1pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home with her son, the Rev. Chyanne Russell, officiating. Interment will follow in East View Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6 until 8pm. At other hours, they may be contacted at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Jackie McCreary, 54 Harris Road, Rome.

Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home on Wednesday at 12:30pm and include: Grandsons: Brian Curry, Nathan Curry, Ben Curry, Matthew Curry, Shawn McCreary, Cal Russell, and Sam Russell.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to The Gideons International, Memorial Bibles Program, P. O. Box 281, Lindale, GA 30147, or to the Sunnyside Baptist Church, 831 Shannon Circle, NE, Rome, GA 30161.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Ernest Eugene “Gene” Nicholson, Jr.

Ernest Eugene “Gene” Nicholson, Jr. , 66, of Silver Creek passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013 in a local hospital.

A native of Rome, Mr. Nicholson was born November 14, 1946, son of the late Ernest Eugene Nicholson, Sr and Edna McBurnett Nicholson. Mr. Nicholson was of the Baptist faith, and prior to retirement, worked as a brick mason with Scott Dixon Construction Company. He had also been employed as a truck driver with D.J. Walraven Trucking Company. Mr. Nicholson was preceded in death by a son Joseph Lane “JoJo” Nicholson.

Survivors include his sister Juanita (Lewis) Gulley of Silver Creek; three nieces Cindy Holcombe of Silver Creek, Michelle (Barry) Bradley of Rome, and Carol( Donald ) Nation of Lindale. Several aunts, uncles, and great nieces and nephews also survive.

Graveside funeral and interment services will be conducted at 2 P.M. Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Floyd Memory Gardens with Dr. John Snipes officiating. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6 until 8 P.M. at Parnick Jennings Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Avenue, Rome. Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to share memories.

Parnick Jennings Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home is serving the family of Mr. Ernest Eugene “Gene” Nicholson, Jr.

Thomas Jackson Watson, Sr

Mr. Thomas Jackson Watson, Sr., age 69, of Calhoun, passed away Friday February 22, 2013 at his residence.

Mr. Watson was born July 13, 1943, in Dawson County, a daughter of the late Ernest Watson, and Stella Reed Watson. He was a member of Juno Baptist Church.

Survivors include his daughters, Lori (Wayne) Patterson, Calhoun; Linda (Tracy) Hardy, Rome; Andrea (Scott) Anderson, Pooler, Ga.; son, Thomas Watson, Jr. Adairsville; brothers, David Watson, Shannon; Daniel Watson, Rome; sisters, Ernestine Shaw, Calhoun; Estaline Pledger, Rome; Josephine Smith, Plainville; Katherine Simpson, Coosa; 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Sunday February 24, 2013 at Hipps Chapel United Methodist Church, in Blue Ridge, with Rev. J. E. Glass, officiating. Interment will follow in Hipps Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Saturday February 23, 2013 at Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home, 2750 Shorter Ave. Rome, Ga. 30165.

Pallbearers include the following gentlemen and are asked to meet at Hipps Chapel United Methodist Church, in Blue Ridge by 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Charles Watson, Daniel Watson, Danny Watson, Shamblin Pledger, Albert Simpson, and Mitchell Patterson.

Honorary pallbearer will be Bryson Patton.

Please visit our website, www.goodshepherdhf.net to sign on the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Rickey Pyle, Jr.

Rickey Pyle, Jr. age 43 of Cave Spring, passed away Thursday February 21, 2013 in a Rome Medical Center.

Rickey was born March 21, 1969, in Floyd County. He was a graduate of Coosa High School class of 1987, was of the Baptist Faith. Rickey was employed by Division 9 Construction as a Foreman. He was preceded in death by his father, Rickey Pyle, Sr.

Survivors include wife, Michele Johnson Pyle, daughter, Harley (Dillan) Pyle, Rome; brother Kris “Pudd” (Rachel) Pyle, Rome; mother, Debbie Lee Daugette, Rome; grandmother, Rube Pyle, Rome; niece, Jiada Pyle, Rome;

Memorial services for Rickey will be in Daytona Beach, Florida, during Bike Week.

Please visit our website www.goodshepherdfh.net to sign the online guest book.

Parnick Jennings, Sr.’s Good Shepherd Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.