Obituaries

Dec 19, 2024

Alyson Lea Cox Phipps, lovingly known as Aly, passed away on December 19, 2024, in her hometown of Cartersville, Georgia, at the age of 34. Born on April 30, 1990, Aly graced the world with her radiant smile, kind heart, and the gift of spreading happiness wherever she went. Aly was a proud graduate of Kennesaw State University, where she...

Dec 17, 2024

Dec 16, 2024

Lanice Jeannett Garner, 81, passed away on December 16, 2024 at her residence following an extended illness. Ms. Garner was born in Rome, Georgia on June 17, 1943. She is the daughter of the late Boyd D. Garner and Lillia Blocker Garner. She spent most of her life in Rome and Floyd County. The last four years, she lived at...

Dec 15, 2024

In Loving Memory of

John JohnsonSunrise: October 24, 1982

Sunset: December 15, 2024

Our beloved John Daniel Johnson transitioned to heaven on December 15, 2024, surrounded by his family who love him. He was a talented young man, who loved art, music, and cooking. John is survived by mother (Virginia Johnson), preceded in death by father( John Bell), preceded in death by brother(Chris Bell),...

Dec 12, 2024

Elizabeth (Betty) Ann Otos

July 15, 1940 – December 12, 2024

Betty Ann Otos passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 12, 2024. She leaves behind her loving husband, Louis, and her cherished family: daughters Kelly Stephens Tew (and her husband David Tew) and Anna Stephens Alexander (and her husband Roger Alexander). Betty was a devoted grandmother to five grandchildren and...

Dec 16, 2024

Mary Martin Jenkins, a devoted friend, loving wife, and fiercely independent spirit, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on August 1, 1949, Mary embraced life with adventure, laughter, and a deep kindness that touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Ernee, as she was affectionately known to everyone, was preceded in death...

Dec 13, 2024

Agnes Collins, of Acworth, GA, died December 13, 2024 peacefully in her home.  Services are private, but please leave a memory below.  

Dec 9, 2024

Louise Sutton, of Cartersville, died December 9, 2024.  A full obituary will be posted soon.  Services are as follows:

A visitation and funeral will be held in the chapel of Georgia Funeral Care at 1 PM - 3 PM on Friday, December 20, 2024.  She will be laid to rest with her husband Andrew Sutton, at Georgia National Cemetery, on Monday,...

Nov 29, 2024

Jimmy Lee Robertson was born on April 11, 1947 to Henry Robertson and Ada Hickson. He was raised by his grandmother, Sarah Jordan, whom he loved deeply. The most important of the many things she taught him was to love Jesus and Jim was always aware of and grateful for the many provisions in his life. His favorite phrase was...

Dec 1, 2024

James “Nicholas” McKinney of Acworth, a beloved son, brother and friend passed awayDecember 1st, 2024. Nick was born on October 24th, 1985, in Columbus, Ohio. He was agraduate of Harrison High School. His life was marked by his love for family and friends.His other passions included listening to music and playing video games. Nick’s sense ofhumor followed the likes of...

Dec 4, 2024

Christine Schroeder Frost – of Atlanta, passed away on Wednesday, December 4 at the age of 74. Beloved mother of Jennifer Frost of Freeport, ME. Cherished grandmother of Samuel, Alexander, and Timothy Robinson. Loving sister of Richard Schroeder of Salem, MA, and Jonathan Schroder of Buzzards Bay, MA. Dear daughter of the late Richard and Constance (Curtis) Schroeder of Lincoln,...

Nov 28, 2024

Casey M Plumb, Born 12 May 1989 and died November 28th 2024. Casey was the most loving, caring man you could have had as a son, brother, uncle, cousin or friend. It was said he would give up his shirt to a stranger in a blizzard. Casey was born in Denver Colorado and moved to Acworth and lived in Cherokee...

Nov 29, 2024

Nov 16, 2024

Deborah McEver Cromer, 70, passed away on November 16, 2024 at her home in Cartersville, GA. She is preceded in death by her parents James McEver & Zuma Graham, her sister Carolyn McEver-Hall and her loving husband Hugh Aaron Cromer. Deborah is survived by her brothers Charlie & Richard McEver. Children: Theresa Rector, Jimmy Rector, Hugh Aaron Cromer Jr, Jennifer...

Dec 1, 2024

Mary Judith Brewer “Judy”

December 30, 1934 – December 1, 2024

Mary Judith Hill Brewer “Judy” age 89 of Doraville, Georgia passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, December 1, 2024. 

The family will receive friends from 11:00 – 11:30 on Monday, December 9, 2024 prior to the service at the Cowan Historic Mill. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 on December...

Nov 29, 2024

John Melvin Brooks ("JB" or "Paw Paw") 1954 - 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Melvin Brooks, affectionately known as "JB" or "Paw Paw," on November 29, 2024, at the age of 70 in Cartersville, Georgia. Born in 1954 in Atlanta, Georgia, John was the beloved son of...

Nov 26, 2024

Mrs. Gloria Jean Braddock, age 77, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael Carlyle Braddock and loving mother of Michael B. Braddock, Deanna Rechsteiner and Cheryl Nordin.  Gloria was born on December 31st, 1946, in Miami, Florida. She was the eldest of five children born...

Nov 20, 2024

Jennifer Lynn (Wooton) Young, 33 of Cartersville, Georgia passed peacefully on 11/20/2024 surrounded  by loved ones.  Jennifer loved unconditionally with a big heart that truly expressed empathy for anyone’s pain and  rejoiced greatly with everyone’s achievements.  Her laugh was contagious and would brighten any room. She had a great sense of humor and was the  life of the party...

Nov 17, 2024

Dr. Stephen H. Barnes

March 28, 1946 - November 17, 2024

Dr. Stephen H. Barnes passed away in the early morning hours of November 17, 2024, at age 78, in Cartersville, Georgia. Steve was whip-smart, well-read, hard-working, and kind. He was a Mason and a lifetime member of the Episcopal church. He closely followed both...

Nov 11, 2024

Carol Leigh Gresehover

Carol Leigh Gresehover (née Rogers) passed away in Austell, Georgia, on Monday, November 11, 2024, after a short illness. She died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. She was 74 years old.

Carol was born in Louisville, Kentucky, but was mostly raised with her sister by a single mother in...