Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel and Crematory

Mr. Thomas "Tommy" Jeff Cordle, Jr., age 74, of the Texas Valley Community, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021, at his home, surrounded by his family. Tommy was born at Floyd Hospital on September 26, 1946, son of the late TJ "Shorty" Cordle and the late Elva Boggs Cordle. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ricky D. Cordle, and grandson, Christopher William Cordle. Tommy graduated from Armuchee High School in 1964. He served our country in the United States Air Force, stationed at Robbins Air Force Base in Warner Robbins, Georgia from 1965-1969. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. He was employed by BellSouth for 31 years, retiring in 2000 as an Outside Plant...

Mr. J. W. Miller, Jr., age 72, of Rome, GA, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at his residence. Mr. Miller was born in Ft. Payne, AL on December 23, 1948, son of the late J. W. Miller, Sr., and the late Louise Edna Thompson Miller. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Brenda Faye Hefner Miller, and by a brother, Randy Daniels. Prior to retirement, Mr. Miller was a tufting fixer for Mohawk Industries for many years. He was a member of Sugar Valley United Methodist Church. Survivors include his son, Mark Miller, Rome; 3 grandchildren, Nathan Garrick Miller (Ashley Carroll), Calhoun, Dakota Miller (Kaylan Freeman), Rome, and Stacey Lee Thomas (Courtney), Dalton; 6...

Mr. Benjamin Hugh Chapman, Sr., age 66, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021. Ben was born and raised in Forsyth, Georgia, son of the late Dr. Oscar Hugh Chapman and the late Loretta Marie Brunst Chapman. He was also preceded in death by his son, Benjamin Hugh Chapman, Jr. Ben was raised in the Methodist faith. He attended Mary Persons High School, graduated from Monroe Academy in Forsyth, and attended Middle Georgia College in Cochran on a golf scholarship. Ben worked for Georgia Power for many years and later began American Metal Masters. He had a lifelong passion and respect for the game of golf. He also had a big heart for the shorthaired pointers and the...

Mr. Gregory Phillip Thompson, Sr., age 73, of Calhoun, GA, passed away Sunday morning, July 25, 2021, in a local hospital. Mr. Thompson was born in Summerville, GA on May 27, 1948, son of the late Melvin and Thelma Phillips Thompson. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Eunice Ruth Thompson, and by 2 brothers, Jim and Donnie Thompson. Mr. Thompson was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. He started Seven Hills Fire Protection in 1994 and operated for many years until the company was sold in 2005. Prior to his retirement, he served as Vice-President at ATCO Fire Protection. Mr. Thompson was currently attending Damascus Baptist Church in...

Mr. William Bethel "Bill" Bohannon, age 82, of Rome, GA passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021, at a local hospital. Mr. Bohannon was born Lindale, GA, on September 12, 1938, son of the late D. F. Bohannon and the late Faye Nell Stanfield Bohannon. He was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Joyce Nix and Anne Hubbard, and by 3 brothers, Jim Bohannon, David Bohannon, and Dan Bohannon. Mr. Bohannon was a 1955 graduate of Pepperell High School. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. Mr. Bohannon was a line supervisor for Bell South for 29 years before he retired. After retirement, he obtained his real estate license and worked for Hardy Realty from 2007 to 2012. Mr. Bohannon was a...

Mrs. Nellie Cargle Duncan, age 93, of Armuchee, passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2021, at a local healthcare facility. Mrs. Duncan was born in Dekalb County, Alabama on April 15, 1928, daughter of the late Berry Cargle and the late Lettie Debter Cargle. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Horace Duncan, by a daughter, Brenda Gail Duncan, by a sister, Ruby Hartline, and by a brother, Clifford Cargle. Prior to retirement, Mrs. Duncan worked for 26 years at PET Bakery. She was a faithful member of New Armuchee Baptist Church where she a member of the JOY Club, Mission Action 2, the Oh Yes! Choir, and the Single Purpose Sunday School Class. Mrs. Duncan was a talented...

Mr. Jack "Morris" Rice, age 82, of Armuchee, GA, passed away quietly July 17, 2021. Born May 29, 1938, in Cherokee County, GA to Mr. O. D. "Jack" and Verna Rice. Mr. Rice was preceded in death by his parents and his beautiful sweetheart and wife of 56 years, Alma W. Rice. Mr. Rice, like his father, was a "Jack of All Trades." He grew beautiful vegetable gardens, raised horses with his children, and created some of the most beautiful furniture. He was always willing to help others and lend a helping hand. He loved to go camping and fishing, but mostly he loved to spend time with his family. Mr. Rice was a member of Floyd Springs Baptist Church. He loved the Lord Jesus and would share...

Mrs. Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Cordle Proctor, age 60, of Rome, GA passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2021, at a local hospital. Cindy was born in Victorville, CA, on December 29, 1960, daughter of the late Robert Cordle and the late Ferne Jett Cordle. She received her bachelor's degree from New Mexico State University. Cindy was a self-employed business owner. Survivors include her husband, Morris Proctor, to whom she was married on June 4, 1999; a daughter, Amy Kross (Riley), Birmingham, AL; a son, Eric Shaw (Gabriela), Rome; 2 step-sons, Joshua Proctor, Smyrna, TN, and Caleb Proctor (Stephanie), Washington; 3 grandchildren, Everett Kross, Weldon Kross and June Kross; a sister, Cathy Germain...

Rex Ledale Rampley, age 60, of Armuchee, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021, after a long illness. Rex was born on November 22, 1960, in Tripler Army Hospital in Honolulu, HI. He was the son of Paul and Juanita (Atchley) Rampley, also of Armuchee. Rex was a graduate of Armuchee High School. He served in the U. S. Air Force and was stationed in San Antonio, TX, Denver, CO, and Lubbock, TX. Rex loved studying the Bible and sharing it with his friends. He also loved the study of History and Science and loved music and singing. Rex is survived by his parents; brothers, Rick Rampley (Tracy), and Ray Rampley; a niece, Meagan Audas (Chris) of Mount Washington, KY; a nephew, Wes...

Mr. Rex Ledale Rampley, age 60, of Armuchee, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at a local hospital following a lengthy illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced later. Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel, has charge of the arrangements.

Mr. William Albert Devlin III, affectionately known as "Guido" and "Billy", age 55, of Rome, GA passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at a local hospital. Guido was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 3, 1965, son of Carolyn Lindsey Devlin and the late William Albert Devlin II. He was also preceded in death by a son, Nicholas Devlin, by a daughter, Darby Devlin, and by a sister, Christine Devlin. Guido was a veteran of the United States Army. He received his Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Floyd College. He retired as an officer with the Rome City Police Department. Most recently, Guido was a school bus driver for the Rome City School system. He also worked as an...

Mr. Rickey Doyal Bailey, age 60, of Shannon, GA, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021. Rickey was born in Floyd County, GA on September 7, 1960, son of the late Robert and Johnnie Winkle Bailey. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Stanley Bailey. Rickey worked for Brown Cartage and was a member of Shannon First Baptist Church, where he sang in the choir. Rickey never met a stranger and could talk to anyone. He loved his work route that took him throughout the mountains of Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina and was always sharing pictures and videos of his route. His yard and garden are a testament to his passion for gardening. Rickey loved his family and was the best...

Ashley LeAnn Thornton, age 36, of Armuchee, GA, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Ashley was born in Floyd County, Georgia on August 7, 1984. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Wyatt Clayton and Sue Thornton, Hoyt Langford and Minnie Bell Langford Bradley, Michael Sr. and Sophia Walochik, and Bobby G. McEntire. Ashley spent her 36 years of life being a daughter, mom, and friend. She was known by her nickname, "Scooty Bug," all of her life. She was always described as giving the best hugs and smiles. She said her greatest accomplishment was being a mom to her daughter, Alana. She loved her so very much. In 2016, Ashley was hit by a drunk driver on the Armuchee...

Ellen Davis Whitley, 80, of Rome, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at 3:30 A.M. in Redmond Regional Medical Center in Rome after enduring years of failing health courageously and without complaint. Ellen was born on September 16, 1940, in Farill, Alabama, the daughter of Mrs. Kate Henderson Davis. Ellen grew up in Farill and later lived in Germany, Mississippi, California, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Alabama, and Georgia, making many friends wherever she went. Those who survive to honor Ellen's memory include her husband of 61 years, (Ret.) Col. Lee O'Neal Whitley; her children, Michelle Whitley Turner of St. Paris, Ohio; Cynthia Kay Colby and her husband, Richard, of...

Mrs. Mary Perry Reid, age 69, of Armuchee, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at a local hospital. Mrs. Reid was born in Anniston, AL on March 29, 1952, daughter of the late Alton Perry and the late Frances Elenore Yates Perry. She was a claims adjuster for State Farm Insurance Company for 17 years. Mrs. Reid was a master gardener, and her passion was flowers of all kinds. She was a member of the Master Gardeners of Georgia, Rome Chapter, the Town View Garden Club, the African Violets Study Club and the Rome Homemakers Club. Mrs. Reid was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her husband, Donald Reid, Armuchee, to whom she was married on August 14, 1970; a daughter, Rebecca...

Samuel (Sam) Dennis Spradley, age 60, of Rome, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at his residence. Sam was born on Sept. 27, 1960, in Floyd County, Georgia to Mrs. Jewell Dean Avery Beard. He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Kathy Denise Spradley. Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Judy K. Spradley; his mother, Mrs. Jewell Dean Avery Beard; sisters, Pam S. Hamilton, and Tammy S. Childers (Barry). He was "Uncle Sam" to nieces, Allison C. Jemo (Keith) and Abigail Childers; and his nephew, Josh Childers (Miranda). He was "Great Uncle Sam" to nieces, Annabelle, Avery, and Eliza. Sam is also survived by four sisters-in-law, on his wife's side of the family, as...

Myrhline Wood "Mickie" Frankum was a caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed away peacefully at a nursing facility in Rome, GA on June 20th at the age of 85. Mickie was born on September 1, 1935, in Athens, GA to the late Mary Lucille Close Wood and Carl Herman Wood. In addition to her parents, Mickie is preceded in death by her husband, Joe Frankum, and by a sister, Janice Morgan. After attending Georgia Baptist School of Nursing, Mickie spent more than forty years serving as a Registered Nurse. Her specialty was emergency services, which fit her personality well...always helpful in any sort of emergency. She retired from Redmond Regional Medical Center Occupational...

Mr. Andrew "Andy" G. Edmondson, age 63, of Rome, GA, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021, surrounded by his family and friends. Andy was born in Rome, Georgia on January 1, 1958, son of the late Horace "Ed" Edmondson and is survived by his mother, Gladys Douglas Edmondson. Andy will be remembered for his great hugs, reassuring handshakes, his passion for fishing and hunting and his love for all critters. Critter, being Andy's nickname. Andy trusted animals more than people so if you were a part of his world, you were one of the lucky ones. He was a great family man and father (a father to more than his own.) After retiring from AT&T in 2019, Andy's...

Dr. Sydney Barton Kinne III, age 78, of Rome, GA, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021, at a local hospital. Sydney was born in Brunswick, Georgia on July 15, 1942, son of the late Sydney Barton Kinne, Jr. and the late Ellerie Edwards Kinne. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Dozer Kinne. He was employed with Inland Rome. Sydney graduated from University of Georgia, Perdue University, and Harvard University. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Panama City, FL. Sydney enjoyed family and friends, and golf and fishing. Survivors include a son, Sydney Barton "Bart" Kinne IV; two daughters, Cynthia Lynn Kinne and Katherine Ware, and her husband, Dr. Mike...

Mrs. Dorothy Lee Tudor, age 85, of Armuchee, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at a local hospital. Mrs. Tudor was born in Floyd County, Georgia on December 14, 1935, daughter of the late Fred McBurnett and the late Josie Touchstone McBurnett. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Franklin Eugene "Josh" Tudor, by a son, Joe Frank "Buster" Tudor, by 2 sisters, and by several brothers. Mrs. Tudor worked in food service for the Floyd County Board of Education until she retired to take care of her grandchildren. She was a faithful member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. Mrs. Tudor loved flowers and fishing, but her greatest love was her grandchildren. She also enjoyed...

Ms. Deborah Lynn Jones, age 63, of Rome, GA, passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Deborah was born in Bainbridge, MD on April 16, 1958, daughter of the late Ann Lucille Alexander. She was a homemaker. Deborah was a devoted mother and daughter, she loved her family and friends, and she will be missed by all. Survivors include her daughter, Jaime Duck (Wayne); grandchildren, Bella, Brantson, and Blair Duck; sisters, Traci Ledford and Nancy Rogers (Chad); brothers, Ken Jones (Jody) and Tim Jones (Leila); nieces and nephews, Heather Jones Meier, Mallari Jones, Matti Jones, Hannah Jones, Haley Jones Roberts, Chelseanne Ledford, and Trey Paul; nine great nieces and nephews. ...