Henderson & Sons, Oaknoll Chapel

David passed from this earthly plane on Friday, November 29, 2024. His family and friends are heartbroken and devastated at his sudden passing but are thankful for the 66 years we have had him among us. He was known for his kindness and the joy he brought to those around him. He had a quiet way of making others feel seen and valued, always offering support when needed. David was the kind of person you could count on for a thoughtful conversation or a helping hand. David's intelligence was a defining quality; he was often the smartest person in the room. He had a sharp mind and a wealth of knowledge. His love for learning was evident, and he rarely missed a question on Jeopardy. But...

Mr. Danny Padgett Fricks, age 74, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Mr. Fricks was born in Rome, GA, on April 29, 1950, son of the late Mr. Irvine Oldum Fricks and the late Polly Padgett Fricks. He was also preceded in death by his son, Kevin Fricks, and his brother, Tommy Fricks. Danny was a member at Life Church where he also served as an Elder. He graduated with a BS Degree from Berry College where he attended on a baseball scholarship. He worked for Georgia Power for 38 years, retiring as an Area Manager. Danny embodied these core values, "Faith, Family, and Friends", deeply rooted faith, always putting his family first and nurturing...

Mr. Wayne Thomas Bowen, Sr., age 76, of Rome, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at his residence. Mr. Bowen was born in Marietta, Georgia on September 6, 1948, son of the late James Thomas Bowen and the late Mary Inez Phillips. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Vietnam War. Mr. Bowen was of the Baptist faith. He worked for many years in manufacturing mills and then retired as a mobile home maintenance manager. Mr. Bowen was an avid fan of Alabama Crimson Tide Football and the Atlanta Braves. Survivors include three children, Joy Martin (Bill), Wayne Thomas Bowen, Jr., and Candace King (Doug); five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; he had three brothers...

Mrs. Ruth Ann Montague Hall, age 81, of Rome, GA, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at a local health care facility. Mrs. Hall was born on November 14, 1942, in Rome, GA, daughter of the late James Montague and the late Annie Delle Duncan Montague. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Ross Montague, and her sister, Carol Kay Chumbler. Ruth Ann graduated from Coosa High School, class of 1960, where she was the Valedictorian of her class. She was a member at Cedar Bluff First Methodist Church. She played the piano and organ in church from an early age. Ruth Ann was an avid gardener, and she had earned the distinction of Master Gardener. She volunteered in Cherokee and...

Mrs. Charlotte Ann Darby Milam, age 71, of Rome, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024, at a local healthcare facility. Mrs. Milam was born in Rome, Georgia on November 29, 1952, daughter of the late Charles Lewis Darby and the late Annie Ruth Hovers Darby. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Leon Milam, on October 9, 2024, and by a brother, Darrell Lewis Darby. Mrs. Milam was a member of South Broad Baptist Church. She worked for many years as an administrative assistant at Floyd Medical Center where her coworkers became some of her closest friends. Mrs. Milam enjoyed playing bingo and camping until her health prevented her from going. Her greatest love was her...

Mrs. Margaret Sue Bright Musallam, age 79, of Rome, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Mussalam was born in Dade County, Georgia on May 25, 1945, daughter of the late Marvin Ester Bright and the late Willie Mae McGill Parm. She was of the Baptist faith. Mrs. Musallam worked as a retail supervisor for Hess in Riverbend Mall and then worked in the Admissions Office at Berry College. She was a two-time breast cancer survivor. Survivors include her husband, Hazem Musallam; a brother, Phillip Bright; nieces and nephews, Renee Martinez, Brittany Martinez, Alex Mendoza, Giovanni Guzman, Jason Bright, and Melissa Guzman. Funeral services will be held on...

Mrs. Sheila Jean Lawler Stephens, age 78, of Rome, GA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Stephens was born in Rome, GA on October 9, 1946, daughter of the late R.C. Lawler and the late Ruby Grissom Lawler. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Royce Byron "Buddy" Stephens, Jr., and her brother Derral Lawler. Sheila was a graduate of Coosa High School. Prior to her retirement, she worked at JC Penny's and then Heritage Honda. She loved taking care of her family, her family was her world. Survivors include her children, Brian Stephens (Diann), Cave Spring, and Kristi Stephens Lane (Charles), Hiram; 5 grandchildren,...

Mr. Larry Paul Rogers, age 88, of Rome, GA, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Larry was born in Rome, Georgia, on May 30, 1936, son of the late Grady Rogers and the late Ruby Josephine McCabe Rogers. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Dora Ann Cordle Rogers, son, Douglas Paul "Doug" Rogers, brothers, Bud Rogers, Bill Rogers, David Rogers, Bobbie Jane Headrick, and Danny Rogers. Larry served our country in the United States Air Force. He worked for Georgia Kraft as a pipefitter and was a member of North Rome Church of God. Larry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He will be missed by all. Survivors include his daughter,...

Mrs. Jeanette Bennett McGinnis, age 95, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, singing gospel songs, on Friday, October 4, 2024. Mrs. McGinnis was born in Rome, GA on May 3, 1929, daughter of the late John Bennett, and the late Lillie Mae Fowler Bennett. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, John Lester "Buster" McGinnis, Jr.; and her siblings, J.B. Bennett, Bobby Bennett, Jimmy Benett, and Myra Kelly. Jeanette was a graduate of Rome Girls High School. Prior to her retirement, she worked for the Internal Revenue Service as an Auditor for 24 years. She was a member of Shorter Avenue Baptist Church. She was a Children's...

Mrs. Mary Nell Kessler, age 83, of Rome, GA, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, at a local healthcare facility. Mrs. Kessler was born in Langdale, Alabama, on August 27, 1941, daughter of the late Richard Bowman and the late Mary Margret Bailey Bowman. She was also preceded in death by the father of her children, Neil Hale; her husband, Russell Kessler; and her brother, Harold Thomas Bowman. She was a loving mother and grandmother, and she will be deeply missed. Survivors include her close companion, Harold Crowe; children, Stan Hale (Caye), Kathy Collier (Brooks), Casey Hale (Renea), and Stacy Hale; her grandchildren, Alex Hale (Tamara), Tyler Hale, Nick Hale (Sarah), Matt...

Mrs. Sue Ellen Duncan Hampton, age 78, of Rome, GA, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Hampton was born in Rome, GA, on September 8, 1946, daughter of the late Farrill Duncan and Virginia Robbins Duncan. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Tommy Duncan. Mrs. Hampton graduated from East Rome High School and then attended West Georgia College. Sue, along with her husband Lee, owned and operated Lee's Furniture Store on Broad Street in Rome, GA for many years. She was a very active member of North Broad Baptist Church where she served as a choir member, worked in the kitchen and was involved with the handbell choir. In her spare time, Mrs....

Carrie Mae Heard, age 75, of Rome, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. A loyal and devoted member of Wilkerson Road Baptist Church since 1966, Carrie considered and cared for its members as her own family. She was actively involved with the children's and women's ministries. Carrie thoroughly enjoyed the presence of others and welcomed anyone into her home, serving as a testament to her compassion, selfless spirit, and lighthearted personality. She cherished the seemingly small life moments as much as the larger ones, exemplified through numerous photo albums kept of those closest to her. For 20 years, Carrie was a...

Carolyn Culp Hopmann, of Alpharetta, GA, passed away on September 18, 2024, 13 days shy of her 87th birthday. A visitation will be at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, Oaknoll Chapel, on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 12 noon until 2pm. A graveside service will be held at Oaknoll Memorial Gardens Gazebo at 2:30pm following the visitation. Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, Oaknoll Chapel, Rome, GA is honored to serve the family of Carolyn Culp Hopmann.

Carolyn Culp Hopmann, of Alpharetta, GA, passed away on September 18, 2024, 13 days shy of her 87th birthday. A visitation will be held at Henderson and Sons Funeral Home, Oaknoll Chapel, on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 12 noon until 2pm. A graveside service will be held at Oaknoll Memorial Gardens Gazebo at 2:30pm following the visitation. Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, Oaknoll Chapel, is honored to serve the family of Carolyn Culp Hopmann.

Mr. Robert Devon Couey, age 75, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, August 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Rome, GA, on May 21, 1949, son of the late Abie Ray Couey and the late Bonnie Mae Edwards Couey. He was also preceded in death by his son, Jeffery Todd Couey; his grandson, Timothy Couey Jr.; 5 brothers, Edward Ray Couey, Johnny Franklin Couey (Brenda), James Alton Couey, Harold Clayton Couey, and Larry Wayne Couey; a niece, Alison Williams; and a nephew, Edward Couey. Mr. Couey was a down to earth guy. Prior to his retirement, he had a long career in the dairy business, most recently as a route driver for Mayfield Dairy. ...

Mr. Bobby Lamar Wood, age 91, of Rome, GA, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Bobby was born in Cedartown, Georgia on May 6, 1933, son of the late James Luther Wood and the late Lucille Weaver Wood. He was also preceded in death by 3 brothers, Ollin Wood, Donnie Wood, and Rudy Wood and his sister Myra Rentz. Mr. Wood was a United States Army Veteran, having served during the Korean Conflict. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Mrs. Dorris Ann Addison Wood; his children, Barry Wood (Judy), and Teresa West (Paul); his grandchildren, Ben Wood, Jessica Rivera, Lacey McClendon, and Lauren Rentz; 5 great grandchildren; his brother Benny Wood;...

Rev. Donald (Don) William Peace, age 92, of Rome, GA, entered his heavenly home on Monday, August 26, 2024. Born in Cedartown, GA on June 24, 1932, Don was the son of the late Grady and Ella Dunn Peace. He was a graduate of West Fulton High School and attended West GA College. After honorably serving in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict aboard the USS Antietam, Don dedicated the remainder of his life (50+ years) to serving others through Christian pastoral ministry, pastoring, bus ministries and planting many churches in the Floyd County and Cherokee County (AL) areas, teaching and leading many people to Christ. Donald also loved truck driving (OTR) for over 30 years. His happy place...

Mr. Kenneth E. Kight, age 83, of Rome, GA passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at a local hospital. Funeral services will be held at Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church, on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 2:30pm with Rev. Mac McCurry officiating. Interment will follow in Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 25, 2024, from 1:30 until service time at Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church. Pallbearers are asked to assemble at Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church on Sunday at 2:00pm, and include, active, Doyal Lambert, Kyle Davis, Zach Hale, Ryan Lovvorn, Alex Bohannon, and Matthew Lambert; honorary, Blake Lambert, Matt Vines, Chris Padgett,...

Mrs. Beverly Diane Vick Peed, age 76, of Rome, GA, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at a local hospital. Mrs. Peed was born on April 13, 1948, in Rome, GA, daughter of the late Raymond Clide Vick and the late Bonzie Inez "Joyce" Brackett Vick. She was also preceded in death by the love of her life, Mr. Jerry Everett Peed, to whom she was married on September 26, 1970. Beverly, also affectionately known as "Teddy Bear Grandma", or "Aunt Beverly", was a 1966 Graduate of Coosa High School. She then earned her LPN from Coosa Valley Tech in 1972, and then obtained her RN degree from Floyd Jr. College in 1984. She was a member of Mt. Alto Baptist Church. Survivors include her son,...

Ms. Emma "Jewel" Coleman Howell, age 84, of Rome, GA, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Jewel was born on May 4, 1940, in Rome, GA, daughter of the late Bud Coleman and the late Gladys Coleman. She was also preceded in death by her son and his wife, Michael and Sandy Kovach. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a nurse at Harbin Clinic. In her spare time Jewel enjoyed square dancing and was a member of The Western Promenaders Square Dance Club. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister, she will be missed by all. Survivors include her daughter, Michele Holder; her grandchildren, Kristian Holder (Triston Williams), and Tommy Clark...

Mr. Allen Bennett, age 88, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Savior on Friday, August 2, 2024, at a local hospital. Mr. Bennett was born in Floyd County, GA, on May 19, 1936, son of the late B.W. Bennett and the late Frances Goddard Bennett. He was also preceded in death by 3 siblings, Wayne Bennett, Mary Frances Tanner and Glenda Nelson. Mr. Bennett was a painter by trade and passion. He worked at Berry College in their Maintenance (painting) department for 23 years and then continued his own painting business for numerous years after. Mr. Bennett loved working and never liked sitting idly by. When he wasn't at his job he could be found cleaning the house, washing...