All Obituaries

Mrs. Alona Lee Blankenship Shepperd of Buchanan passed away Friday, April 16, 2021, in a local healthcare facility.  She was born September 30, 1946, in Roanoke, VA , to the late Lorenzo and Margie Smith Blankenship.  In addition to her parents, Alona is preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Shepperd and a son, Gary Wayne Shepperd Alona worked for more than 30 years at Jim Cash Pharmacy, now Buchanan Drugs.  She loved arranging flowers, baking and spending time with...

Mr. Roger Don "Donny" Wix, age 63 of Bremen, passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at his mountain home in Tennessee.  He was born August 3, 1957, in Dallas, GA, to the late James and Mildred Miller Wix.   Donny was a 35 year veteran of the Paulding County Sheriff's office, rising through the ranks and retiring as a Major in 2020.  He loved his family and spending time in the mountains,  as well visiting yard sales. He leaves to cherish his...

Mrs. Sherry Ann Clack Semmendinger, age 61 of Bremen, passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 8, 2021, at a local hospital.  She was born in Columbus, GA, on May 28, 1959, to J.C. Clack and the late Helen Tice Clack.  Sherry retired from the banking industry as an administrative assistant.  She enjoyed helping others and organizing family outings.  She was noted as the family historian, always taking pictures and documenting important events.  Sherry dearly loved her...

Donald Lloyd Oswalt, age 67 of Felton, passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. He was born on September 11, 1953, in Anniston, AL to the late Foster Oswalt and the late Ruth Caldwell Oswalt. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by the love of his life, Patricia Vines Oswalt and one brother, Ben Williams.  Donald loved his family and the outdoors. He had a green thumb and enjoyed working outside in his garden.  Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law,...

Mr. Rick Alan Robbins, age 62 of Buchanan, passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021, in a local hospital.  He was born April 11, 1958, in Vincennes, IN, to the late Charlotte and Charles Robbins.  In addition to his parents, Rick is preceded in death by his wife, Lillian "Charlie" Robbins and his brother, Scott Michael Robbins. Rick was a master sign maker, specializing in neon signs.  He rode with the Legion Riders and was also an ordained minister and a...

Dennis Lamar Raines, age 33 of Buchanan, passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021. He was born on February 16, 1988 to Thomas Melvin Landers and Linda Newborn.  Survivors include besides his parents; two sisters, Mary Raines of Aragon and Carmen Raines (Matt Echols) of Rockmart; three brothers, Melvin Raines of Rockmart, Corey Landers of Buchanan and Richard Raines of Douglasville and several other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 9,...

Mr. Jamie Carlton Waldron, age 45 of Temple, passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021.in a local hospital.  He was born in Carrollton, GA, on July 23, 1975, to the late  Linda Lewis Waldron and Tommy Carlton.  In addition to his parents, Jamie is preceded in death by his brother Tommy Scott Waldron; his sister, Leslie Deanne Lewis; an uncle Pearce Lewis; and grandparents, James & Gladys Waldron; Ernest Lewis, Sara Lewis Rea and Theron Rea.  Jamie had fought...

Mr. David Lee Lawson, age 62 of Stone Mountain, formerly of Buchanan, passed away, Tuesday, March 30, 2021, in a health care facility.  He was born in Atlanta on December 18, 1958, to the late Ethelene Mullinax Lawson and Hoyt H. Lawson.  In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by a brother, Steve H. Lawson. David loved fishing and he was the primary caregiver for his mother during her last years..   He is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Trisha...

Mr. Paul Henry Cashman, age 80 of Riverdale, GA, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2021, at his residence.  He was born on August 8, 1940, in Martinsburg, WV, to the late Bertha and Jerry Cashman.  Paul enlisted in the United States Air Force serving from August 1958 to August 1962.  He fought bravely during the Viet Nam conflict. After being honorably discharged, he worked as an elevator service technician for many years. Paul was a God fearing man who loved his family, his...

Mrs. Pansy Gail Carroll Shead, age 70 of Draketown, passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2021, surrounded by her family.  She was born August 5, 1950, in Douglasville, GA, to the late Evelyn Cole Carroll and Roy Carroll.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Brad Shead and a brother Wayne Carroll.  Pansy loved her family and friends and always wanted to make sure they were taken care of even while she herself was sick.  Pansy was...

Mr. Edward C. Williams, age 59 of Tallapoosa, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Wednesday, March 23, 2021.  He was born February 27, 1961, in Salinas, CA, to the late Alice Turner and Frank Williams.   Mr. Williams is survived by his partner of 30 years, Helen Wade; children, Brittney Hembree and Kevin Williams; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.  He was cremated as he requested, and no service is planned at this time. Hutcheson's...

Laura Davies, 43, died unexpectedly on March 20, 2021 at her home in Winston, Georgia after battling chronic health issues her entire adulthood.  Laura was born February 3, 1978 in Atlanta, Georgia, the daughter of Jon Marvin Davies and Nadine (Clay) Davies.  She was a true Southern lady and enjoyed her childhood growing up in Texas and Georgia.  Laura enjoyed listening to country music, particularly Garth Brooks.  She studied Art and English at Georgia State...

What a lady! Rosa (Rosie) Mae Price Parmentier was born June 8, 1938, to two beautiful itinerant farmers, Gordon and Margaret Keaton Price. There was little money, but abundance of love.  Rosa is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert (Pat) Parmentier, her oldest brother and his wife Walter and Rachel Griggs Price, and a brother-in-law Richard (Butch) Clay. Still living are a beloved brother Howard and his wife Janice Melear Price, a sister Mary Price Clay and a number of...

Ms. Trella English Dickerson, age 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 19, 2021.  She was born on September 18, 1936,  in Williamson, GA, to the late Kermit English and Oberia White English.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Derek Michael Dickerson.  Ms. Dickerson worked for many years at a legal secretary. Ms. Dickerson is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law; Denise Carruthers of College Grove, TN; and Michelle Rogers and...

Mr. Wiley Jack "Doc" Hanson, age 76 of Buchanan, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 18, 2021,  surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on April 24, 1944 in Atlanta, GA, to the late Ivy Jack Hanson and Mary Raines Hanson.   Doc was a machinist by trade but also loved woodworking.  He earned the nickname "Doc" when it was found that he could solve problems and fix things.  Moving to Haralson county, he discovered...

Mr. Fred Cleveland Smith, age 84 of Waco, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at his residence.  He was born in Alabama on December 19, 1936.  Fred was a chicken farmer who loved to work with his hands.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Smith; his son, David Smith, Sr.; and a granddaughter, Toshia Smith. Mr. Smith is survived by a grandson, David & Sarah Smith and a great-granddaughter, Candace Smith, all of Waco. In accordance with his wishes, he will be...

Mr. Randall "Randy" Wayne Brown, age 77 0f Bremen, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021.  He was born September 17, 1943, in Cedartown, GA,  the son of the late Joseph C. Brown and Bonnie Bailey Acree.  In addition to his parents, Randy is preceded in death by two sisters, Janice McElroy and Susan Brumblelow. Randy graduated Cedartown High School and served in the United States Air Force during the Viet Nam Conflict where he received a Purple Heart.  He worked...

Mrs. Glenda Sue Dial Roberson, age 79, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021, in a local health care facility.  She was born in Villa Rica, GA, on February 9, 1942 to parents Earl and Annie Grace Powell Dial.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Roberson, a daughter, Anita Gail Smith, and a grandson, Jonathan Smith.. Survivors include daughters and son-in-law, Teresa Jan and Michael Quillin of Huntsville, AL; and Susan Miller of Bowdon; a...

Mr. William Allen Geiger, age 78, of Carrollton passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021. He was born in Lafayette, Indiana on Thursday, August 20, 1942. Mr. Geiger was the son of the late, Orville Milton Geiger and the late, Reba Jane (Barker) Wright. Mr. Geiger served in the United States Army and retired after 20 years of service. During his time in the Army, Mr. Geiger earned the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Valorous Unit Award, the Vietnam Cross of...

Mr. Derick Louis Catron, affectionately known as "Fish Hook", age 32 of Temple, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021.  He was born in Cartersville, GA, on July 24, 1988, to the late Renee and Rodney Catron.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister, Brittnay Catron. Derick worked for Southern Metal Solutions as a roofer and loved fishing, guns, and especially his nieces and nephews. Survivors include his step-mom, Debra Catron of Rydal, GA; sister...