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Mrs. Dorothy "Bernese" Hames Atkins, age 79 of Aragon, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022. Mrs. Atkins was born May 22, 1942 in Bartow County, daughter of the late Grady "Tucker" Hames, Sr. and the late Pauline Waits Hames. She was a member of the Seney Baptist Church. Mrs. Atkins retired from First Brands Corporation of Cartersville and worked several years part-time for Triangle Foods. She enjoyed working puzzles and loved her grandchildren. Survivors included her husband of 62 years, Jackie "Roger" Atkins of Aragon to whom she was married September 12, 1959; son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Nyoaka Atkins of Rockmart; brother, Grady Hames, Jr. of Taylorsville; granddaughter, Morgan...

Mr. James Wesley "Jim" Freeman, age 78 of Rockmart, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022. He was born February 6, 1944 in Etowah County, Alabama, son of the late Clifton Monroe Freeman and the late Hazel Foster Freeman. He was a 1962 graduate of Altoona High School of Altoona, Alabama, and was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Vietnam War. Mr. Freeman was a carpenter having been owner and operator of J. Freeman Builders and was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Rockmart where he served as the church pianist. He enjoyed fishing, Alabama football, and loved his grandchildren. Survivors included his wife of 51 years, Peggy Bailey Freeman of Rockmart, to...

Mrs. Lois Elizabeth "Liz" Willingham, age 88 of Rockmart, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2022 at her residence. Mrs. Willingham was born March 23, 1933 in Cedartown, daughter of the late Austin Rowell and the late Addie McBride Rowell. She was a graduate of Cedartown High School and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rockmart, where she worked as the secretary for 38 years prior to her retirement. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, T. A. Willingham, Jr.; and her siblings, William Wayne (Toby) Rowell, Rosa Lee Holcombe and Mary Jo Wallace. Survivors included a sister-in-law, Marie W. Butler; and nieces and nephew, Cindy Shaw, Joy Moore, and...

Mrs. Andrea Rayfield Franklin, age 66 of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home Friday, March 4, 2022 Mrs. Franklin was born October 23, 1955 in Belmont, North Carolina, daughter of the late John Rayfield and the late Jacqueline Huggins Rayfield. She attended Sacred Heart Catholic School, and Belmont High School. After graduation she was employed by Bache Securities and trained as a commodity futures broker, and worked with Denny Franklin, her husband of forty-one years. Andrea had lots of friends and loved to entertain them. Her motto was "If you want to have a friend, you have to be a friend". Survivors included her husband, Cecil D. "Denny" Franklin, Jr. of...

Mr. James "Lee" Caldwell, age 68 of Aragon, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022. Mr. Caldwell was born July 15, 1953 in Aragon, son of Mrs. Ray Manning Caldwell Collins and the late Mr. Murray Caleb Caldwell. He attended Rockmart High School until the 11th grade and then joined the United States Army. After leaving the military, he was a truck driver for J. L. Lester & Son for 20+ years. He enjoyed fishing and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Robert Burney Collins; and a daughter, Ramee Guy. Survivors included his wife, Wanda Cain Caldwell of Aragon; four daughters, Matilda (Tim) Wood of Cedartown, Kerri (Gary) Holley...

Mr. Thomas Eugene "Gene" Wilson, age 76 of Rockmart, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022. Mr. Wilson was born September 22, 1945 in Talladega, Alabama, son of the late Barney Wilson and the late Donzie Wright Brewer. He was a 1963 graduate of Talladega High School and served in the Army National Guard. Mr. Wilson was a member of the Grace Presbyterian Church PCA of Cedartown. He had been in the insurance business for 30+ years, having been owner of Gene Wilson Agency of Rockmart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Virginia Wright; and brother, Guy Brewer. Survivors included his wife, Juanita Watson Wilson of Rockmart; two daughters, Tanya Wilson Parson...

Mr. William Lawrence "Larry" Pittman, age 81 of Aragon, passed away Friday, December 24, 2021. Mr. Pittman was born April 29, 1940 in Aragon to the late Thomas Edward Pittman and the late Gladys Clinton Pittman. He was a beloved educator in Polk County, working 30 years in many capacities, including principal of Rockmart High School. He enjoyed being involved in his community, serving as the Mayor of Aragon for 12 years and Chairman of the Polk County Commissioners for 4 years. After his retirement, Mr. Pittman was a Sunday School teacher at Aragon Methodist Church, where he was an active member for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed traveling and gardening. His biggest love was his...

Mrs. Sara Brown "Jackie" Smith, age 87 of Taylorsville, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 at her residence. Mrs. Smith was born June 4, 1934 in Rockmart, daughter of the late Radford Cleo Brown and the late Mary Ella Spinks Brown. She was a former employee of the Taylorsville Bank and had worked her way up to Assistant Vice President of the People's Bank of Bartow County. Mrs. Smith was a member of the Sam Jones United Methodist Church of Cartersville. She was a devoted loving wife and mother. She had a great love for her family, especially her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Stanley Smith on November 17, 2020; and two...

Mrs. Jean Harrison Cowden, retired Fulton County teacher, age 96 passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Sunrise Senior Living of Decatur. She was born January 27, 1925 in Polk County, daughter of the late George H. Harrison and the late Ruby James Harrison. She grew up in Rockmart where she attended 1st grade with and later married Bartow Cowden, III for 50+ years until his passing in 2006. After graduating from The University of Georgia, Jean and Bartow campaigned for President Jimmy Carter with the "Peanut Bigrade" in 1976. She held memberships in the Appalachian Trail Club, College Park Historical Society, the Methodist Women's Club, and the First United Methodist Church of College...

Mrs. Jean Harrison Cowden, retired Fulton County teacher, age 96 passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Sunrise Senior Living of Decatur. She was born January 27, 1925 in Polk County, daughter of the late George H. Harrison and the late Ruby James Harrison. She grew up in Rockmart, GA where she attended 1st grade with and later married Bartow Cowden, III for 50+ years until his passing in 2006. After graduating from The University of Georgia, Jean and Bartow campaigned for President Jimmy Carter with the "Peanut Bigrade" in 1976. She held memberships in the Appalachian Trail Club, College Park Historical Society, the Methodist Women's Club, and the First United Methodist Church of...

Mrs. Grace Brothers Blackwood, age 90 of Rockmart, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021. Grace was born April 8, 1931 in Oneonta, Alabama, to the late Aaron Brothers and the late Annie Bradberry Brothers. She was also preceded in death by her only sibling, Frances Kelsoe and her husband James Kelsoe; and a nephew, Jimmy Kelsoe. Grace worked as a seamstress at the old Blue Bell Plant in Oneonta, Alabama until the family moved to Marietta, GA in 1963. She worked as a sewing supervisor at Tipco Sportswear in Smyrna for 23 years, then at Army Navy sewing company for 11 years, until retirement. After retirement, she continued sewing at home. She made many beautiful quilts and lots of...

Mrs. Diane Roberson Arnold Morgan, age 75 of Rockmart, passed away Friday, October 22, 2021. Mrs. Morgan was born March 19, 1946 in Floyd County, daughter of the late Calvin Edward Roberson, Sr. and the late Frances Marie Cartee Roberson. She was a 1963 graduate of Rockmart High School and a member of the Van Wert Baptist Church. Mrs. Morgan was a homemaker and her hobbies included painting and cooking. She had a great love for animals and enjoyed being Nana to her babies. Survivors included her husband, Timothy Roger Morgan of Rockmart; son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Lori Waits of Lindale; daughter and son-in-law, Angie and Kevin Cornwell of Cleveland, TN; two sisters, Patricia Roberson...

Mr. Ronnie Earnest Sutton, age 72 of Taylorsville, passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021. He was born January 31, 1949 in Cartersville, son of the late Mr. Earnest Lee Sutton and Mrs. Edna Mae Smith Sutton. He was a farmer and avid outdoorsman who enjoyed gardening, hunting, and cooking. There wasn't anything he couldn't do. His favorite pastimes included dirt track racing, NASCAR, and football. He was a people person who had never met a stranger and loved his friends and family with all his heart. Survivors include: his wife of 47 years, Vickie Sutton; son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Kristi Sutton; sister, Irma Hembree; and grandchildren, Jackson Lee Sutton and Emma Skelton. Funeral...

Mr. Ted Merlin Wilson, age 81 of Snellville, passed away Monday, August 23, 2021. He was born April 10, 1940 in College Park, son of the late Allan Wilson and the late Willie Edna Hicks Wilson. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a former member of the Inman Park United Methodist Church of Atlanta. Mr. Wilson was a Certified Public Accountant having worked for Chi Phi Fraternity. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronnie Wilson. Survivors included his wife, Rachel Howe Wilson of Snellville; daughter and son-in-law, Ashley and Bob Mann of Gwinnett County; son, Teddy Allan Wilson of Gainesville; and four grandchildren, Ethan Mann, Alexandria Mann,...

Mr. Edward Lee Nettles, age 84 of Rockmart, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021. Mr. Nettles was born December 27, 1936 in Rockmart, son of the late Herman Lee Nettles and the late Camilla Thompson Nettles. He was a 1956 graduate of Rockmart High School and a veteran of the United States Air Force having served during the Vietnam War. Mr. Nettles retired from the Lockheed-Martin Corporation with 42 years of service and was of the Baptist faith. He was a member of the Polk County Cattlemen's Association and enjoyed fishing, dancing, gambling, and traveling. He loved to donate to many organizations and was very well known in the community. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

Mr. Edward Lee Nettles, age 84 of Rockmart, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021. He was born December 27, 1936 in Rockmart, son of the late Herman Lee Nettles and the late Camilla Thompson Nettles. He was a 1956 graduate of Rockmart High School and a veteran of the United States Air Force having served during the Vietnam War. Mr. Nettles retired from the Lockheed-Martin Corporation with 42 years of service and was of the Baptist faith. He was a member of the Polk County Cattlemen's Association and enjoyed fishing, dancing, gambling, and traveling. He loved to donate to many organizations and was very well known in the community. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Mr. James Preston Brock, Jr. age 79 of Rockmart, passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021. He was affectionately called "Bob" or "Brock" by his family and friends. Mr. Brock was born October 18, 1941 in Atlanta, son of Mildred Roberts Brock and the late James Preston Brock, Sr. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. In his career, Mr. Brock had owned several businesses. He loved to joke alot and make people laugh and enjoyed riding his motorcycle. His greatest love was his family and friends. He was survived by his wife, Kimber Lee Corcoran Brock; a daughter, Jasmine Brock; six sons, Josh Bishop, Mark Brock, Tim Brock, Derrick Brock, James P. Brock, III, and Jason Baines; mother,...

Mrs. Lillian Mayes Dean, age 98 of Rockmart, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021. Mrs. Dean was born April 7, 1923 in Camak, GA, daughter of the late Edward Mayes and Dixie Wade Mayes. She worked as a bookkeeper for Marquette Cement Company and the Polk County Tax Assessor's Office. She enjoyed reading, birdwatching, music, crossword puzzles, and shopping, but her favorite thing to do was travel. Her most memorable trips were to Europe and Alaska. Mrs. Dean was also a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Rockmart, where she sang in the choir for 62 years and spent many years teaching kindergarten Sunday School. She was the director of the Women's Missionary Union (WMU) and had...

Mrs. Lillian Mayes Dean, age 98 of Rockmart, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021. Mrs. Dean was born April 7, 1923 in Camak, GA, daughter of the late Edward Mayes and Dixie Wade Mayes. She worked as a bookkeeper for Marquette Cement Company and the Polk County Tax Assessor's Office. The youngest of nine children, she is preceded in death by her parents and eight siblings. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Bill Dean. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Julia Dean of Rockmart; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Joe Abell of Athens; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Dean will be held Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 2:00...

Johnny Coalson, age 84 of Commerce, formerly of Rockmart, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021. He was born June 29, 1937 in Rockmart, son of the late Grover Josephus Coalson and the late Elizabeth Moody Coalson. Mr. Coalson was a member of Harmony Grove Church of Christ, and a former church elder at the South Cobb Church of Christ. He was a long-time member of Atlanta's Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union 72 and taught Apprenticeship School for many years. He was preceded in death by siblings, Guy Coalson, Samuel Thomas Coalson, Charlie Coalson, Mary Grace Coalson, Annie Ruth Coalson, Pearl Coalson Thomas, Clarence Oliver Coalson, Sr., Grover Coalson, Robbilee Coalson Martin, Infant...

Mr. Franklin Delano Statham, Jr., age 68 of Marietta, passed away Thursday, July 8, 2021. He was born December 17, 1952 in Rome, son of the late Franklin Delano Statham, Sr. and the late Earline Culver Statham. He was a 1971 graduate of Rockmart High School and earned his bachelor's degree in business from the University of Georgia. Mr. Statham had been a real estate broker for over 40 years. In 1981, he was ordained as a deacon at the Second Baptist Church of Cedartown and was presently a member of the West Ridge Church of Dallas. He loved UGA football, the Atlanta Braves, all SEC football and enjoyed playing golf. He also loved his pets and most of all loved his Lord and Savior Jesus...