Obituaries
Margaret Christine Nolan
Dec 25, 2024
Margaret Christine Mealor Nolan, age 89, passed away Christmas morning at a local healthcare facility.
Mrs. Nolan was born January 5. 1935 in Ellijay, Georgia to the late Leamon Mealor and Ruby Davis Mealor. She moved to the Celanese village in Rome with her family at the age of ten.
Mrs. Nolan was a graduate of Rome High School. After several years...
Barbara Jane Isom
Dec 21, 2024
Barbara Jane 'Bobbie' Isom, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, in Rome, GA, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 17, 1958, in Dayton, TN.
Bobbie's spirit shone brightly through her dedication as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Bobbie had a passion for the outdoors, relishing time spent at her lake house and enjoying...
Harold Edward Ritchey
Dec 17, 2024
Harold Edward ‘Bud’ Ritchey went home to see Jesus on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
He was born in Kingston, Georgia on January 21, 1941. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Clyde Ritchey. He graduated in 1959 from Johnson School in Kingston, Georgia. His first paying job was as a car hop, on skates, at Troy’s Barbecue. He...
William Puckett Underwood
Dec 14, 2024
William Puckett “Bill” Underwood, 76, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024 after battling multiple health issues. He was born on December 26, 1947, in Montezuma, GA to Robert and Ruth ‘Nell’ (Puckett) Underwood. He graduated from Macon County High School and then attended Berry College where he excelled at running track and set multiple school records, while earning the...
Evelyn Milam Braden
Dec 11, 2024
Mrs. Mary “Evelyn” Braden, age 100, of Rome, GA passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
Evelyn was born on December 1, 1924 in Taylorsville, GA. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Felix Milam and Mrs. Bertha Mae Proctor Milam. She worked for General Electric as a Switch Board Operator for...
Lonnie Aldon Beavers
Dec 8, 2024
Mr. Lonnie Aldon Beavers, age 84, of Shannon, GA passed away a few days after his beloved wife on Sunday, December 8, 2024.
Lonnie was born on June 16, 1940 in Rome, GA to his late parents: Luke and Velt Beavers. Mr. Beavers retired but had worked as a supervisor in the textile industry for many years. He loved to hunt,...
Paulette Skene Beavers
Dec 2, 2024
Mrs. Paulette Skene Beavers, age 82, of Shannon, GA, passed away Monday, December 2, 2024, at a local healthcare facility.
Mrs. Paulette was born in Rome on May 26, 1942, daughter of the late Paul and Louise Skene. Paulette attended cosmetology school and was a beautician. When her children were born, she became a homemaker and adored her family. She was...
Richard Dean Wallace
Nov 29, 2024
Mr. Richard Dean Wallace, age 95, of Rome, GA, passed away Friday Morning, November 29, 2024, at his residence.
Mr. Wallace was born in Rome on June 14, 1929, a son of the late Hesler and Zuma Lucille Isham Wallace. Richard retired as the Plant Manager of Advanced Glove Mill. After retirement he served as the Captain of the Roman Holiday...
Jan Elizabeth Offutt
Nov 18, 2024
Mrs. Jan Elizabeth Offutt, age 67, of Armuchee, GA passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Jan was born on May 3, 1957 in Mobile, AL. She was the daughter of the late William Martin Gollott and Wila Jean Reynolds Tagert. Mrs. Offutt was raised in Mobile and it held a special place in her heart. Jan loved farm life, traveling...
James Kenneth "Bubba" Owens, Jr.
Nov 17, 2024
Mr. James Kenneth “Bubba” Owens, Jr. age, 44, of Silver Creek, GA passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024.
Bubba was born on July 7, 1980, in Rome, GA to his parents: James Kenneth Owens, Sr. and Janice Martin Owens. He was self-employed and worked as a talented and skilled carpenter for many years. In his free time he enjoyed being...
Connie Renee Padgett
Nov 16, 2024
Connie Padgett, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 in Rome, Georgia, at the age of 63.
She was born in Rome, Georgia, on December 30, 1960, daughter of the late Jerry and Sandra Pless. She was one of three children. Her sisters, Emily Pless and Lindy Enyeart, proceeded her in death. A life-long resident of Rome, Connie was educated at...
Jody Marie Kamper
Nov 12, 2024
Jody Marie Kamper, age 71, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on November 12, 2024. Jody was born on October 2, 1953, in San Angelo, Texas,
Jody devoted her career to serving as a secretary for Massey Pest Control, where she contributed to the company’s success over several years. Her dedication and professionalism...
John Lewis Davis
Nov 10, 2024
John Lewis Davis, age 62, of Rome, GA, passed away on November 10, 2024, at a local hospital, with his loved ones by his side.
John was born on January 20, 1962, in Rome, Georgia. Throughout his career, John served as a mechanic and tire technician, where his skills and work ethic earned him the respect of colleagues and customers alike....
Thomas Anthony Brooks
Nov 8, 2024
Thomas Anthony Brooks, age 41, of Rome, GA passed away on November 8, 2024. Thomas was born on September 4, 1983, in Rome. He was a devoted father to his daughters, Sidney Lee Brooks and Haley Alexus Brooks, and cherished his role as a dad above all else.
Thomas's warm personality was marked by kindness and a welcoming spirit, which allowed...
Jean Evelyn Bray
Oct 31, 2024
Jean Evelyn Bray, age 80, of Armuchee, GA, passed away Thursday morning, October 31, 2024 at a local hospital in Rome, GA, surrounded by her family.
Jean was born on April 25, 1944, in Rome, GA. Jean led a fulfilling life marked by dedication to her family and a steadfast commitment to her faith.
Ms. Bray enjoyed a long career at Mohawk...
James David Williams
Oct 29, 2024
James David Williams, age 79, of Kingston, GA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.
David was from Seneca South Carolina, served in The United States Air Force and worked as a master electrician. He loved his family, iron work, the outdoors and visiting his neighbors.
Please pray for his family during this time of mourning.
Salmon Funeral Home is honored to...
James Millard McGill, Jr
Oct 28, 2024
James Millard McGill Jr. was born on Baxter Street in Athens, Georgia in 1935. He was the oldest of six children. He spent his early life in Athens, but then his family moved to Moultrie, Georgia, where he graduated from Colquitt County High School. After high school, he received a degree in Agriculture from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton,...
Downing Jeffrey Duncan
Oct 23, 2024
Downing Jeffrey Duncan, known affectionately as Jeff, age 60, of Rome, GA, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Jeff was born on July 13, 1964 in Rome, GA, where he spent his entire life in Celanese.
Jeff was a proud graduate of Model High School and had a fulfilling career as a dispatcher for Norfolk-Southern. His...
David Chad Crowe
Oct 20, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Chad Crowe, a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend, on Sunday, October 20,2024. He passed away peacefully leaving a legacy of love, strength, and kindness.
David was a kind and caring soul who loved his family and friends to the fullest. He was born December 29,1978...
Alden Maurice Brown
Oct 19, 2024
Mr. Alden Maurice Brown, affectionately known as “Mo,” age 60, of Cedar Bluff, AL, passed away on October 19, 2024 in Rome, Georgia.
Mo was born on January 13, 1964, in Tucson, Arizona. He was a dedicated mechanic, Mo found great joy in working on various vehicles and enjoyed the satisfaction of fixing things. His love for automobiles was evident, particularly...
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