Obituaries
Jerry Dewayne Potter
Feb 15, 2025
Jerry Dewayne Potter, passed away on February 15, 2025, at the age of 68 in Rome, Georgia. Born on August 18, 1956, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Jerry lived a life marked by dedication and passion, both in his career and personal pursuits.
Jerry devoted his professional life to the automotive industry, displaying a remarkable talent for auto body work. His skills and...
Howard J. Tyler
Feb 12, 2025
Mr. Howard J. Tyler, 90, of Rome, Georgia passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025 after a long illness. Howard was born to the late Samuel and Nina Bolin Tyler in Limestone County, Alabama, near the banks of the Elk River. Although his family moved to Rome when he was a young teenager, the Elk River and surrounding farmland remained a...
Regina Ann Stiles
Feb 10, 2025
Ms. Regina Ann Stiles, age 60, of Rome, GA passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Regina was born on December 26, 1964, in Rome, GA to her parents: The late Richard Cornett and Willie A. Lanham Cornett.
Regina graduated from East Rome High School in 1983. She cherished spending quality time with her family, often engaging...
Mary June Agan
Feb 10, 2025
Mary June Agan, age 77, of Centre, AL, passed away on February 10, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on March 16, 1947, in Summerville, Georgia, and was the daughter of the late Mr. Benjamin Fred Jennings and Mrs. Winnie Vaughn Jennings. Mary was a proud graduate of Cedar Bluff High School, where she was...
Harold BF Crowe
Feb 9, 2025
Mr. Harold BF Crowe, age 86, of Rome, GA passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at a local hospital surrounded by his family.
Harold was born on June 9, 1938, in Walker County, GA to his parents: Roy Crowe and Bonnie Blanche Chapman Crowe. A dedicated entrepreneur, Mr. Crowe was the proud owner and operator of Crowe’s Upholstery, a beloved...
Linda J. Simpson
Jan 26, 2025
Mrs. Linda Jean Simpson, age 74, of Rome, GA passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 26, 2025.
Mrs. Simpson was born on August 23, 1950 in Endicott, NY. She was the daughter of the late Franklyn and Jean Bennett Snyder. Mrs. Simpson was a devoted teacher; she dedicated many years to children as a special education teacher....
Victor Manuel Carmona, Sr.
Jan 25, 2025
Victor Manuel Carmona, Sr., a cherished father, husband, friend, and beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully at his home in Rome, Georgia on January 25, 2025.
He was on November 4, 1953, in Vera Cruz, Mexico and was the son of Mr. Alfredo and Elisa Carmona. Victor was an accomplished truck driver, known for his unwavering dedication and punctuality....
Andrew McCall Rolan
Jan 19, 2025
Mr. Andrew McCall Rolan, age 27, of Rome, GA passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
He was born on October 13, 1997, in Rome, GA to his parents: Tim and Leigh Rolan. He attended Model High School. Andrew always made others feel welcomed, demonstrating kindness and politeness in every interaction, he was known for his caring and sweet personality. Andrew...
Kevin DeLane Obrecht
Jan 18, 2025
Kevin Obrecht, 68, of Rome, Georgia passed away Saturday, January 18th, 2025.
He was born June 10, 1956 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Clyde and Ina Obrecht. Kevin developed a love of carpentry early on as he grew up building houses with his dad in his hometown of Missouri Valley, Iowa. After graduating High School class of ’74, he attended Iowa...
Phyllis Gayle "Flossie" Salmon
Jan 15, 2025
Ms. Phyllis Gayle "Flossie" Salmon, age 76, of Rome, GA. passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 15, 2025.
Ms. Salmon was born on October 3, 1948 in Rome, GA. She was the daughter of the late Logan Eugene Greenwood and Flossie Henrietta Brock Greenwood. Ms. Salmon was a proud graduate of Cass High School, class of 1966...
Carl Willis "C.W." Sharp
Jan 14, 2025
Mr. Carl Willis ‘C.W.’ Sharp, age 83, of Dallas, GA, passed away Tuesday January 14, 2025. Mr. Sharp was born on June 6, 1941, in Cherokee County, AL son of the late Albert Carl Sharp and Ethel Hanson Sharp. Following his high school graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. Mr. Sharp went on...
Willard Lee Hamblin
Jan 6, 2025
Mr. Willard “Will” Lee Hamblin, age 88, of Rome, GA passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Hamblin was born on January 11, 1936 in Evarts, KY and was the son of the late Lee and Bertha Hamblin. Will received his Bachelors Degree in mathematics and spent his career in Information Technology. He was a...
Elizabeth Kaminski Cassidy
Jan 4, 2025
Mrs. Elizabeth Kaminski Cassidy, age 59, of Rome, GA passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Elizabeth was born in Long Branch, NJ on October 21, 1965, a daughter of the late Harvey and Mary Anne Sukovich Taylor. She had a deep passion for the arts and crafts, finding joy in creating and expressing...
Marsha Johnson McKoy
Dec 27, 2024
Mrs. Marsha Johnson McKoy, age 79, of Rome, GA passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at a local healthcare facility surrounded by her loved ones.
Marsha was born on July 21, 1945 in Rome, GA. She was the daughter of the late W.A. Johnson and Emmie Sparks Johnson. Marsha was a faithful member of Sherwood Forest Baptist Church where she...
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,...
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