Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel

Mr. Hugh Don Wright, age 87, of Lindale, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023, at a local hospital. Mr. Wright was born in Floyd County, Georgia on August 30, 1936, son of the late Ellis Byrd "Al" Wright and the late Addie Irene Womack Wright. He was also preceded in death by his wife and the love of his life, Ruth Newberry Wright, by two sisters, Jewel Childers and Kate Carver, and by three brothers, Lewis, Clyde & Morris Wright. Mr. Wright was a veteran of the U.S. Airforce and attended New Bethel Congregational Methodist Church. Prior to retirement, he worked for Inland Container. Mr. Wright enjoyed playing softball in his younger years. Aside from his love of baseball,...

Shelby Jean Causby, age 80, of Rome, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at a local hospital. Mrs. Causby was born in Polk County, Georgia on November 23, 1943, daughter of the late William Edward Morgan and the late Bessie Nell Ponder Morgan. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Ann Hancock and by two brothers, Charles & Jimmy Morgan. Mrs. Causby was of the Baptist faith and worked for several years at Hostess Bakery. Her greatest joys in life came from caring for her grandbabies. Survivors include her husband, Larry Wayne Causby; three children, Kenneth Edward Shaw (Cindy), Kathryn "Sissy" Shaw Charles, and Vickie Lynn Shaw Cobb (Ray); six grandchildren,...

Miss Mary Ann Nelson, age 83, of Rome, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at Erlanger Hospital. Miss Nelson was born in Rome, Georgia on September 25, 1940, daughter of the late Alvin Mark Nelson and the late Lucille Bradley Nelson. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Alvin "Doc" Nelson (Katie) and Harold "Cotton" Nelson, and by a niece, Terrie Nelson Barrett. Miss Nelson attended Rome High School and retired from the Rome City Schools as a Paraprofessional. She was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, loved keeping the nursery and teaching Vacation Bible School, and taught Sunday School in the Children's Department for 60+ years. ...

Ms. Bobbie Jo Melton Morris, age 89, of Rome, GA, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023, in a Calhoun health care facility. Ms. Morris was born in Floyd County, GA on November 16, 1934, daughter of the late Harvey Dudley Melton and the late Katherine Ruth Elizabeth Hammonds Melton. She was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Bobbie Jo Morris, her granddaughter, Ashley Morris, her 1st husband, "Big Jim" Morris, and her 2nd husband, John Ashley. Ms. Morris was a graduate of Pepperell High School and went on to receive her certification in interior design. She was employed for over 35 years as an interior designer and retired from Fricks Furniture. Ms. Morris was a member of...

Mr. Glenn Franklin Atkins, age 55, of Rome, GA, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023, in a local hospital. Mr. Atkins was born in Waiahua, HI, on March 24, 1968, son of Mr. Ralph Atkins and the late Martina Castro Atkins. In addition to his mother, he was also preceded in death by 2 nieces, Jessica Atkins and Courtney Westmoreland. Mr. Atkins was a graduate of Pepperell High School. Most recently he worked for Freshway Foods as a truck driver. He was an officer with the Rome City Police Department for 25 years and a member of the Fraternal Order of Police Officers. Mr. Atkins also worked as a security guard for Floyd Medical Center (now Atrium Health-Floyd). He loved to cook,...

Mr. James Dewey "Wesley" Fowler, age 91, of Rome, GA, finished his race Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Mr. Fowler was born in Adairsville, GA on July 8, 1932, son of the late George Dewey Fowler and the late Ruby Lucille White Fowler. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Frances Norwood and Imogene Shuler, and by a brother, Buck Fowler. He served in the Army of the United States as PFC from March 13, 1953, until April 11, 1955. "Squarehead the brake man" (as he was known by many) worked as a mechanic before owning and operating Bale Street Auto Repair. Wesley retired at the age of 80 but continued to work endlessly in his yard and on his special projects/inventions. There...

Mrs. Patricia "Pat" McClain Carver Anderson, age 88, of Rome, GA, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at a local nursing home. Mrs. Anderson was born in Rome, GA, on December 30, 1934, daughter of the late Clarence Tumlin Carver and the late Vivian Patrick Carver. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Phil Joseph Anderson, and by 2 siblings, Michael Carver and Betty Jo Carver Thacker. Mrs. Anderson graduated from Johnson High School and went on to graduate from the Carol Lynn Business School. She retired from Battey Machinery after many years as a secretary. After her retirement, she went back to work as a receptionist at J Supply before eventually retiring for...

We are saddened to announce the passing of our family's matriarch, Stella Novella Bramlett Trotter, on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Novella was so beloved by her family, and they were with her as she passed peacefully surrounded in love. We will forever love and miss our Momma, Maw Maw, Mother-in-love and rejoice that she has her new body and will live eternally with Jesus and her dear family members who were there to greet her as she entered Heaven's gate. Novella was born in Floyd County, Georgia on April 9, 1935, daughter of the late Judge C.W. Bramlett and the late Estella Sisson Bramlett. She married the love of her life, William O. "Bill" Trotter, Jr., on September 6, 1952, and was...

Mr. Gregory Jack Dixon, age 61, of Rome, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at a local hospital. Mr. Dixon was born in Rome, Georgia on April 26, 1962, son of the late Jack Dixon and the late Evelyn Louise Hollingsworth Dixon. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Holly Mae Kinsey, and by a brother, Steve Dixon. Mr. Dixon was a graduate of Model High School and was a member of Dykes Creek Baptist Church. He worked for many years as a paint contractor. He was an avid Georgia Bulldogs fan, and NASCAR fan, and was a big supporter of St. Jude Children's Hospital. Survivors include a daughter, Haley Abernathy; three grandchildren, Jackson Abernathy, Jeffrey Abernathy, and...

Ms. Helen Faye Broom, age 85, of Rome, GA, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023, in a local health care facility. Ms. Broom was born in Floyd County, GA on November 3, 1938, daughter of the late Fahy Miller "Joe" Broom and the late Ruby Jewel Hutchins Broom. She was also preceded in death by her special mother and dad, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Kilgo, by a special brother, Winston Kilgo, and by a special sister, Jean Kilgo Crump. Her brothers, Howell, Walter, Grady, and Victor Broom, and well as her sisters, Margret Wallace, Ruth Daughdrill, and Betty Green, preceded her in death. She was a graduate of East Rome High School and attended Young Harris College before graduating from Coosa...

Janie Louise George McAbee, age 97, of Rome, Georgia, passed away on November 6, 2023. She is survived by her loving husband of 73 years, Felton McAbee, age 97, of Rome, Georgia. Brought up on a farm on the Alabama line, her father was the only blacksmith for miles around. She loved sharing her memories of a great childhood, swimming in the creek and working in the garden, with her family and friends. In her early teens she made the decision to follow Christ at the State Line Baptist Church where she grew up; she later raised her children at Turner Chapel Baptist Church. Afterwards, West Rome Baptist was her church for many years. Janie graduated from Cave Spring High School...

Jason Jerome Smith, beloved son, father, grandfather, and husband, age 44, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at his residence. Jason was preceded in death by his dad, Timothy Olin Smith, by a brother, Robert Smith, and by grandparents, Linda & Alvin Jarrett and MaryLee & Carl Prince. Survivors include his mom, Cindy Smith (Tom Dean); wife, Erica Smith; son, Austin (Courtney); granddaughter, Amelia; daughters, Alexis (Bee), Autumn, and Natalie; brothers, Chaney Webber and Nathan Walker; aunts, Terrie Jarrett and Vickie Karnes; numerous cousins. Jason worked for Lindsey Concrete. He was a member of West End Baptist Church. He enjoyed his family and friends, his guitar, and...

Mrs. Hattie Charlene White McCollum, age 89, of Rome, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023, with her family by her side. Mrs. McCollum was born in Floyd County, Georgia on January 20, 1934, daughter of the late John Clever White and the late Iva Chambers White. She was also preceded in death by her husband, David Emory McCollum, and by two sisters, June Allen and Betty White. Mrs. McCollum was a graduate of Armuchee High School where she excelled in basketball. Prior to retirement, she was a rural letter carrier for the USPS. Mrs. McCollum was a member of the Armuchee Southern Methodist Church. She loved flowers and working in her yard and was part of a bowling league for many...

Ms. Deborah Lynn Hanson, age 67, of Rome, GA, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023, in a local hospital. Ms. Hanson was born in France on September 25, 1956, daughter of the late Fred B. King and the late Carolyn Wilkinson King. She was also preceded in death by 3 sons, Davidson Tomer, Jeremy Haas, and Matthew Hanson. An HVAC technician, Ms. Hanson was employed in that field for several years. She was of the Christian faith. Survivors include her grandson, Ryan James Tomer, Lindale and a sister, Pamela Duncan (Bushrod), Arcadia, FL. In accordance with her wishes, Ms. Hanson was cremated. Her remains will be placed at a private service later in East View Cemetery. In lieu of...

Ms. Kaylee Marie Curry, age 19, of Rome, GA, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023, at a healthcare facility in Chattanooga, TN. Kaylee was born on April 21, 2004, in Rome, GA, daughter of Mrs. Crystal Gail Moon Curry and Mr. Wesley Alan Curry. She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Harvey Litton, Arvis and Hilie Curry, William and Sue Coster, James and Irene Moon. Kaylee was a graduate of Rome High School where she excelled in softball. She was a registered behavioral therapist for Academy ABA where she counseled and administered ABA therapy. Kaylee also had her own business, Fresh Focus LLC, where her attention to detail translated into her providing excellent...

Mrs. Glenda Joyce Shelley Parker, age 91, of Rome, GA, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023, at a local memory care facility. Mrs. Parker was born on July 29, 1932, in Floyd County, GA, daughter of the late Simon Richard Shelley and the late Maude Rogers Shelley. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Lawson Parker, and by 4 siblings, Dorothy Worthington, Dorris Carney, Shirley Nelson and Bobby Shelley. Mrs. Parker was a homemaker who loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed word-search books, flowers and sewing when her health allowed it. Mrs. Parker was a big fan of the Atlanta Braves until Bobby Cox retired. She was...

Rev. James F. "Jim" Cook, age 72, of Lindale, GA, entered into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at a local healthcare facility. Rev. Cook was born in Jasper, GA, on August 20, 1951, son of the late Arthur Cook and the late Elsie Holcomb Cook. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Brannon Cook, and by a sister, Ann Cook Knight. Rev. Cook received his undergraduate degree from Brenau University and went on to receive his Master's and Ed.S. from Jacksonville State University. He was a longtime teacher and administrator in the Bartow County School System from which he retired. During the course of his career, he served as a math teacher,...

Mr. Larry Lee Howell, age 86, of Lindale, GA, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at a local health and rehabilitation facility. Mr. Howell was born on April 14, 1937, in Floyd County, GA, son of the late Frederick M. Howell, Sr., and the late Eva Donna Howell. He was also preceded in death by his 1st wife, Mary Lou Ball Howell, a son, Rex Matthew Holcomb, 2 sisters, Arie Burkhalter and Mildred Taylor, and by 3 brothers, F.M. Howell, Jr., John William "Bill" Howell and Thomas J. Howell. Mr. Howell was a graduate of Pepperell High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in active duty from 1960-1962 and in the reserves from 1962-1966. He retired from Inland...

Julia Broom Mathis, age 100, of Rome, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2023. Mrs. Mathis was born on September 17, 1923, in Floyd County, Georgia. She attended Alto Park School. Mrs. Mathis worked for Celanese for almost 25 years. While working at Celanese, she met Hugh Don Mathis, and they were married on June 10, 1950. She grew up attending Antioch Primitive Baptist Church and joined Pleasant Valley South Baptist Church after their marriage. Mrs. Mathis was a faithful volunteer in the church nursery. She also worked as the temporary church custodian for over 40 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ...

Mrs. Carolyn Ann Gresham, age 70, of Rome, GA, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her family. Mrs. Gresham was born in Rome, GA, on December 15, 1952, daughter of the late Charles Monroe Sutherland and the late Cathryn Genevia Davenport Sutherland. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Kindel Glen Gresham, and by a son, Charles "Ken" Gresham. Mrs. Gresham was a graduate of East Rome High School and went on to complete her Cosmetology degree. She was self-employed all her life, owning numerous properties and other business ventures. Mrs. Gresham loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved playing...

Mrs. Nell Dempsey Willis, age 78, of Antioch, TN, formerly of Rome, GA, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023, at an assisted living facility in Antioch, TN. Mrs. Willis was born in Rome, GA, on November 12, 1944, daughter of the late Lewis Alton Dempsey and the late Alma Mariah Herrin Dempsey. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Paul Wesley Willis. Mrs. Willis was a graduate of Pepperell High School. She worked for Temple-Inland (now International Paper) for over 30 years before her retirement where she worked as a switchboard operator, receptionist and a benefits coordinator. Mrs. Willis loved to travel with her husband, with a special affinity for cruises, and loved...