Obituaries

Dec 19, 2024

Joseph Scott "Joey" McWhorter, age 41, of Cartersville, GA, passed away unexpectedly on December 19, 2024. Joey was born in Opelika, AL and moved to Cartersville at the age of 10. He graduated from Cartersville High School, was a loving husband, devoted father, and a cherished member of his community.

Joey had a deep passion for sports, especially Georgia football and...

Dec 21, 2024

Mr. Jake "Junior" Cochran Jr., 85, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, December 21, 2024. He was born on February 14, 1939, in Bartow County, the son of the late William P. Cochran and Collene Cochran.Jake proudly worked for Shaw Industries for 28 years, and after his retirement, he went on to serve families in...

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

Evilani (Eve,Granny),77, of Kennesaw, Georgia, passed away on December 17, 2024 at 5:00 pm. She passed in her home surrounded by loved ones and her beloved animals. Evilani was born on February 18,1947 in the state of Washington. Evilani is preceded in death by Her Mother Betty Neal, Father Glenn Neal, Mother-in-Law Ruby Hail, Sister Sharron Lamb, Brother Daniel Drennen,...

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

Elizabeth (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...

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...

Sep 25, 2025

Joyce Emerson Ray, age 100, of Sandy Springs, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025. Born February 13, 1925 originally from Bolivar, TN, she was the oldest of seven children and the last surviving sibling. Joyce spent most of her adult life in Tennessee and Atlanta, GA. She was married for 62 years to Howard Thomas Ray, Sr. She had...

Sep 3, 2025

Ryan Daniel Payne was a brilliant and radiant soul who left us far too soon at 39 on September 3, 2025. Born on July 10, 1986, in Marietta, Georgia, and lovingly raised by Carol and Mark Foutch, Ryan’s gentle heart, warmth, and unwavering kindness brought comfort and light to everyone lucky enough to know him.Raised between Denver and Georgia, Ryan...

Aug 19, 2025

Mr. Anthony Williams, of Atlanta, died August 19, 2025.  Mr. Williams was an Army Veteran and will be buried at Georgia National Cemetery with honors.  The funeral will be held on Monday, September 15, 2025, 12:00 PM, in the chapel of Georgia Funeral Care, Acworth, GA.  A visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 10:00 AM - 12:00...

May 10, 2025

Richard (Dicky) Adams, age 76, passed away on May 10, 2025 at Southwest Christian Care in Union City, Ga. Dicky was born February 9, 1949 in Atlanta, Georgia to Richard and Katherine Adams. He grew up in the city of Hapeville and worked as a policeman and a detective at the City of Hapeville Police Department and upon retirement continued...