Obituaries

Gary Lee Layton

Gary Lee Layton

Mar 26, 2025

Mr. Gary Lee Layton, age 55, of Euharlee, GA passed away on March 26, 2025 in the comfort of his home after a brave fight against pancreatic cancer.

Gary was Born on December 24, 1969, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, to his parents: Daniel and Eileen Layton. He graduated from Antwerp High School in Antwerp, Ohio. Following high school, he served honorably...

Vidhyaben R. Patel

Vidhyaben R. Patel

Mar 9, 2025

Ms. Vidhyaben R. Patel, age 83, of Rome, GA, passed away on Sunday, March 09, 2025, at a local healthcare facility.

Ms. Vidhyaben was born in Nobar, India on December 9, 1941, daughter of the late Haribhai Patel and the late Zaverben Patel. She was also preceded in death by her late husband, Ramanbhai Patel. She was a beloved mother, grandmother...

Daniel Lee Carter

Daniel Lee Carter

Mar 7, 2025

On Friday, March 7, 2025, Daniel Lee Carter heard the long awaited words of his Savior “well done thou good and faithful servant, enter into the joys of the Lord.” Born in Monroe Louisiana on January 29, 1938, Dan’s entire life could be described as good and faithful. As son to the late Rev John D Carter & late Flossie...

Katherine "Katie" Darlene Tucker

Katherine "Katie" Darlene Tucker

Feb 26, 2025

Ms. Katherine "Katie" Darlene Tucker, age 45, of Rome, GA passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. 

Katie was born on August 12, 1979 in Rome, GA. She was the daughter of the late Mr. David Tucker and Mrs. Vera Davis Stephens Tucker. Katie worked in retail sales as a clerk. Ms. Tucker was a loving mother, fiancé, sister, aunt, cousin...

Kody Skyler Hillegeist

Kody Skyler Hillegeist

Feb 18, 2025

Kody Skyler Hillegeist, age 23, of Kingston, GA passed away from this journey and went to meet Jesus on his next journey on February 18, 2025. Kody was born on July 30, 2001, in Calhoun, Georgia.

Kody was a dedicated employee at Neaton Rome, where he excelled in his role as a Maintenance Technician. His expertise was grounded in his formal...

Jack Weimer Penland

Jack Weimer Penland

Feb 17, 2025

Jack Weimer Penland, age 68, born on May 9, 1956, in Franklin, North Carolina, passed away on February 17, 2025, in Rome, Georgia. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and an animal lover whose presence will be profoundly missed.

Jack's education at Western Carolina University provided him with a strong foundation that contributed to his professional and personal life. Honoring...

Jerry Dewayne Potter

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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