Obituaries
Kathy Faye Purdy
Aug 22, 2024
Kathy Faye Purdy, age 68, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully at her home on August 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Kathy was born on September 11, 1955, in Rome, GA. She dedicated her life to nurturing her family and cherishing the moments spent together. Kathy was known for her outgoing personality and her unwavering faith as a proud...
Herbert Lee Gibson, Jr.
Aug 9, 2024
Herbert Lee Gibson, Jr. age 74, of Rome, GA passed away peacefully on August 9 2024, at his home. Herbert was born on February 25, 1950, in Polk County, GA, to his loving parents, Herbert L. Gibson, Sr. and Kathryn Gladden Gibson.
Herbert worked at Waffle House for 34 years as a dedicated cook until his retirement. Herbert established himself as...
Judy Sue Chandler
Aug 4, 2024
Judy Sue Chandler, age 77, of Tallapoosa, Georgia, passed away on August 4, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.
Judy was born on November 19, 1946 in Muscadine, AL. and was the daughter of Samuel "Bunk" Cole and Geneva Cole. Judy was the true definition of a homemaker in every way possible and had such a drive to better the lives...
Rosalia Colello
Jul 31, 2024
Rosalia Colello, age 73, of Rome, passed away on Wednesday morning, July 31, 2024, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
Rosalia was born in Rome, GA on July 27, 1951, a daughter of the late Antonietto T. Colello and Tony Colello. She had been a resident of Rome and Floyd County for her entire life and was a member...
Elaine Vaughan Suggs
Jul 25, 2024
Elaine Vaughan Suggs, 71, of Rome, Georgia, passed away on July 25, 2024, at Evergreen Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on January 25, 1953, in Gwinnett County to Howard and Willie Vaughan.
Life Events and Accomplishments: Elaine graduated from Forsyth High School. During high school, she worked at WMLB radio station in Cumming, GA, until she graduated in 1971....
Fred 'Randy' Brooks
Jul 23, 2024
Mr. Fred 'Randy' Brooks, age 63, of Rome, GA, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2024 in Rome, GA. He was born on September 23, 1960, in Rome to the late Fred Lee and Mary Montine Edwards Brooks.
Randy was a dedicated paraprofessional teacher at Rome High School. During his career, Randy was known for his unwavering love and support to students...
Leslie 'Les' David Coley
Jul 22, 2024
Mr. Leslie 'Les' David Coley, age 51, of Rome, GA, passed away Monday, July 22, 2024 at his residence. Leslie was born in Rome on September 23, 1972.
Leslie worked in construction and enjoyed building things. His sense of humor brightened the lives of all who knew him. He was able to bring laughter to any situation. In addition to his...
Franklin Merritt Baggett
Jul 19, 2024
Mr. Franklin 'Merritt' Baggett, age 60, of Rome, GA, passed away on July 19, 2024 at his residence. He was born on February 7, 1964, in Rome to the late C.M. 'Doc' Baggett and Mable Cordle Baggett.
Merritt's passion for mechanics was evident throughout his career where he excelled as a Transmission Specialist. His work ethic and expertise left a mark...
Judy Faye Dover
Jul 17, 2024
Judy Faye Dover, age 74, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2024.
Judy was born in Rome on January 14, 1950, a daughter of the late James A. Miles and Adel Ramsey Miles. Throughout her life, Judy was known for her deep faith and love for her family and Jesus. She was devoted to reading the Bible and...
Betty Lou Estes
Jul 15, 2024
Miss Betty Lou Estes, age 88 of Rome, Ga. passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at a Cedartown health care facility.
Miss Estes was born on March 12, 1936, in Centre, Alabama, the daughter of the late Dennis and Amy Lou Knighten Estes. She was a 1955 graduate of Model High School. She worked for many years as a medical...
Robert Goldin Armstrong
Jul 9, 2024
Robert Goldin Armstrong, age 78, passed away on July 9, 2024, at his home in Rome, GA. He was born on December 14, 1945, in Aragon, GA.
Robert's interests varied and brought him much joy. He particularly enjoyed following the UGA Bulldogs and Nascar. In his leisure time, he found relaxation in reading about these subjects and watching their matches. Additionally,...
Carol Elaine Tyler
Jul 9, 2024
Mrs. Carol Elaine Tyler, 85, of Rome, Georgia passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024 after a long and valiant fight against Alzheimer's Disease. Carol was born on August 29, 1938, in Rome, Georgia to the late Raymond Rolan and Leone Young Rolan.
Mrs. Tyler was a graduate of Johnson High School, in Rome. Upon graduation, she married the love of her...
Danny Cribb
Jul 6, 2024
Mr. Danny Cribb, age 68, of Rome, GA passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at his home. Mr. Danny was born on November 30, 1955, in Rome, GA. Danny was a cherished son of Dennis and Nellie Robinson Cribb.
Throughout his life, Danny exemplified patriotism and American values. He found joy in the simple pleasures of fishing, traveling, and spending...
Marvin Ernest Lingerfelt
Jul 3, 2024
Mr. Marvin Ernest Lingerfelt, age 82, of Rome, GA passed away on July 3, 2024, at Atrium Health Floyd surrounded by his loving family. Marvin was born on April 15, 1942, in Chattanooga, TN.
Marvin's journey in life was marked by meaningful work and service. He excelled as a propane truck driver, earning the reputation of being the best in the...
Judith Richey Capie
Jun 13, 2024
Mrs. Judith Richey (Eckhardt) Capie age 81 of Rome, Ga passed away peacefully on Thursday June 13th 2024 at her home.
Mrs. Capie was born in Washington D.C. on January 3, 1943 to her loving parents David Richey Eckhardt and Mary Elizabeth Riley Eckhardt.
Throughout her life she was known as a beautiful, creative spirit who never lost her sense of wonder...
John Fredrick Brannon
Jun 10, 2024
John Fredrick Brannon, age 41, passed away suddenly on June 10, 2024, in Cedartown, GA. He was born on January 16, 1983, in Riverdale, GA. John was a loving father and family man who found joy in spending time with his children and loved ones. His hobbies included fishing, being outdoors, and watching sports. Throughout his life, John's proudest accomplishment was...
Wayne Anthony Beard
Jun 9, 2024
Wayne Anthony Beard, age 71, passed away on June 9, 2024, at Advent Health Redmond in Rome, GA. He was surrounded by his loving family as he peacefully passed away. Wayne was born on June 20, 1952, in Rome. Wayne will be remembered with great fondness and admiration. His memory will be cherished by all those who had the pleasure of...
Donnie Lee Spradlen, Jr
Jun 8, 2024
Donnie Lee Spradlen, Jr, known affectionately as DJ, passed away at his home in Cave Spring, GA. He was born on December 27, 1981, in Lakeland, FL. DJ was an electrician who possessed a multitude of trade talents. Renowned as a fixer, he had the remarkable ability to mend not only electrical issues but also family dynamics. His knack for...
Daniel "Dan" Alfred Valerio, Jr.
Jun 5, 2024
Mr. Daniel “Dan” Alfred Valerio, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
Dan was born on May 26, 1944 in Greensburg, PA. He was the son of the late Mr. Daniel Alfred Valerio, Sr. and Gina Pietropaoli Valerio. Dan was retired but had been self-employed and worked as an Arborist for many years. He was...
Pearl Claudine Williams Crowley
Jun 3, 2024
Pearl Claudine Williams Crowley passed away on June 3, 2024, at home in Rome, Georgia surrounded by her family.
Pearl was born October 11, 1939, to Roy Williams and Frances Williams-Cole in McDonald County, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Howard Williams, and sister Donna Schler.
She is survived by one sister, Carolyn Kay Carter, Tamms, Illinois, and two...
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