Obituaries

Wyline McFry

Wyline McFry

Aug 2, 2023

Datha Wyline (Grogan) McFry went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2023 surrounded byloved ones in Shannon, GA at the age of 87.

Wyline was born September 10, 1935 to the late Odis Leon and Datha Ozella Grogan in Rome,GA. She married, Burl McFry, her middle school sweetheart on August 10, 1951 and togetherthey had two sons,...

Ruth Lavinia Ray

Ruth Lavinia Ray

Jul 27, 2023

Ruth Lavinia Ray, age 87, of Centre, Alabama passed away in a local nursing home after an extended illness on Thursday, July 27, 2023. Ruth was born on August 6, 1935, in Rome, GA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jud King Willerson and Christine Courtney Willerson; her late husbands, Lester Bobo, Billy Grogan and Willard Ernest Ray;...

Patricia Hawkins Bryan

Patricia Hawkins Bryan

Jul 19, 2023

Patricia Hawkins Bryan, age 82, of Canton, Georgia (formerly of Rome) passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Patricia was born on February 5, 1941 in Rome, GA. Patricia was born to the late George Dayton Hawkins Sr. and Minnie Viola Jiles Hawkins. She enjoyed spending time with her loving family, watching television and reading. 

Patricia is preceded in death...

Milledge Joseph O'Neal

Milledge Joseph O'Neal

Jul 12, 2023

Milledge Joseph “M.J.” O’Neal Jr., age 75, of Rome passed away Wednesday July 12, 2023 at a local hospital.

M.J. was born August 24, 1947 in Rome GA. to the late Milledge Joseph O’Neal Sr. and Eula Johnson O’Neal. M.J. owned and operated O’Neal Flooring for many years. M.J. was preceded in death by his wife Lois Minter O’Neal of...

Doris Agan Barfield

Doris Agan Barfield

Jul 12, 2023

Doris Agan Barfield, passed away on July 12, 2023, in Centre, AL. She was surrounded by her loving family at the time of her passing. Doris was born on August 14, 1945, in Centre, AL to the late L.C Anderson and Nellie Cotton Anderson.

Doris lived a fulfilling life filled with love and joy. She dedicated many years to her...

Donna Melinda Newton

Donna Melinda Newton

Jun 9, 2023

Donna Melinda Newton, passed away at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital on June 9th, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 29th, 1973 in Chattanooga, TN to her late parents, Marcel Parker Cole and Patricia Herndon Cole.Donna dedicated years of her career to customer service at ATT where she loved nothing more than helping people solve their...

Thornton Whatley Morris, Sr.

Thornton Whatley Morris, Sr.

Jun 9, 2023

 

Thornton Whatley Morris, native of Plainville Georgia, died peacefully in his home on his family farm on June 9, 2023. He was 82 years old. 

Thornton was born in Rome on May 20, 1941, the son of the late James Paul Morris and Mary Jane Powell. He spent his formative years with his maternal grandparents on their farm near...

Gloria Jean Everett

Gloria Jean Everett

Jun 8, 2023

Gloria Jean Everett, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2023, surrounded with love by her family at Evergreen Health and Rehab. Gloria was born on February 16, 1941, in Rome, GA to her late parents, Urail Everett and Marie Harris Everett.

Gloria graduated from Bradley High School in Cleveland, Tennessee, where she excelled academically and was admired...

Donna Charlene Hudgins

Donna Charlene Hudgins

Jun 6, 2023

 

Donna Charlene Hudgins, passed away on June 6, 2023, at Advent Redmond Hospital, surrounded by her adoring family. She was born on April 25th, 1973 in Rome, GA to her late parents, Donald Marvin Stephens and Donna Marie Davis Buffington.Donna was a kind-hearted woman whose love of family and friends knew no bounds. She always welcomed others with open...

Lynn Bunch

Lynn Bunch

Jun 4, 2023

 

Damona Lynn Bunch of Rome, Georgia, passed away on June 4th, 2023 at the age of 51 in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 29th, 1972 to parents who loved and cared for her beyond measure. Her kindness and welcoming nature made others feel comfortable and at home in her presence. Lynn had...

Beatrice Louise Kerr

Beatrice Louise Kerr

May 31, 2023

Mrs. Beatrice Louise Twilley Kerr went home to be with the Lord on May 31, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.  Mrs. Beatrice was born on November 8, 1936 to the late J.A. & Minnie Belle Twilley in Webster County GA.  She was the youngest of thirteen children, whom have all preceded her in death, Howard Twilley, Ted Twilley, Christine...

Kwi Son Prange

Kwi Son Prange

May 22, 2023

 

Kwi Son Prange, a beloved mother, grandmother, and customer service professional in the import and export business, passed away on May 22nd, 2023, suddenly after a brief fight with leukemia cancer. She was born on April 21st, 1950, in South Korea.

Kwi's career as a customer service professional spanned many years working tirelessly to help trouble shoot problems for...

Channing Kaytes Wallace

Channing Kaytes Wallace

May 13, 2023

Channing Kaytes Wallace, born in Dalton Georgia, on November 7th, 1997, passed away at the young age of 25 on May 13th, 2023. Channing's beautiful soul was taken from us too soon from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near her hometown of Rome, Georgia.

Channing had a heart of gold and always made others feel at ease. She had...

Earl Wayne Casey

Earl Wayne Casey

May 13, 2023

Mr. Earl 'Wayne' Casey, passed away on May 13, 2023, at the age of 80 in Rome, GA. He was born on November 10, 1942, to his parents Arvil and Mary Lou Casey in Rome, GA.

Wayne attended Model High school and then went on to serve his country as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam...

Dr. Oliver Clayton McCane

Dr. Oliver Clayton McCane

May 7, 2023

Dr. Oliver Clayton McCane, age 94, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully at his home on May 7th, 2023. He will be remembered as a faithful husband, a devoted father, a great leader, and a respected member of the church community.Born in War, West Virginia on May 22nd, 1928, to his late parents, Snowden and Mable Day McCane who loved...

Carolyn Ann Shelton

Carolyn Ann Shelton

May 3, 2023

 

Ms. Carolyn Ann Shelton, age 63, of Rome, GA, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

Ms. Shelton was born on January 30, 1960 in Lagrange, GA to her late parents: Vernon Shelton and Delma Brown Shelton. Carolyn worked as a postal carrier for the United States Postal Service. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, writing, the...

Sarah Laraine Alford

Sarah Laraine Alford

Apr 30, 2023



 

Ms. Sarah Laraine Alford, age 33, of Rome, GA, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023.

 

Ms. Alford was born on August 20, 1989 in Rome, GA, to her loving parents: Allison Kirk Alford and Jill Hufstetler. She was 8 pounds 6 Oz and 20 inches long. She was truly a perfect baby and brought new...

Terry Lee Lambert

Terry Lee Lambert

Apr 30, 2023

 

Terry Lee Lambert, age 59, of Lindale, GA, passed away Sunday, April 30, 2023.

A native of Rome and Floyd County, Terry was born December 7, 1963, son of the late Elton E. Lambert and Mary Frances Pilcher Lambert. He was a graduate of East Rome High School. Terry loved to cook, spend time with his family, and loved...

Mary Howell McJunkin

Mary Howell McJunkin

Apr 29, 2023

Mrs. Mary Howell McJunkin, age 101, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, April 29, 2023.

Mrs. McJunkin was born on August 30, 1921 in Rome, GA. She was a daughter of the late: Jesse Howell and Lottie Fitzpatrick Howell. Mary was a faithful member of North Broad Baptist Church for over 60 years...

James Calvin Tolbert

James Calvin Tolbert

Apr 27, 2023

Mr. James Calvin Tolbert, age 58, of Rome, GA, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023.

Mr. Tolbert was born on December 10, 1964 in Rome, GA and was raised in Floyd County. He was the son of Jerrell and Margie Sprayberry Tolbert. In his free time Mr. Tolbert enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. Calvin was...