Obituaries

Jan 2, 2026

Donald Edward Fincher, age 73 of Tallapoosa, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026.  Born in Birmingham, Alabama, on December 30, 1952, he was the son of the late Lloyd Nathaniel Fincher and the late Cordi Mae Morris Fincher.  In addition to his parents, Don is preceded in death by his wife, Janice Lynn Fincher; his son, Johnny Fincher; his sister,...

Jan 1, 2026

Michael Paul Ferrell, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Buchanan, Georgia, at the age of 61. Born on February 6, 1964, in Douglasville, Georgia, he was the son of Henry Grady Ferrell and the late Rebecca Dianne Sorrels Ferrell. In addition to his mother, Mike is preceded in death by a...

Jan 1, 2026

Jimmy Kenneth Summerville, age 86 of Bremen, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Born in Haralson County, Georgia, on July 4, 1939, he was the son of the late Chalmus Summerville and the late Mary Frankie Weaver Crawford. In addition to his parents, Jimmy is preceded in death by his daughter, Shelley Summerville Watts; his sister,...

Dec 30, 2025

Dynna Jo Sexton Wilson, age 69 of Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.  Born in Gadsden, Alabama, on July 20, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Dorothy Ladelle Sexton and the late John T. Sexton.  In addition to her parents, Dynna was preceded in death by her husband, Robbie Wilson.

Dynna had a loving and caring...

Dec 29, 2025

John Alonzo Gray, age 75 of Buchanan, passed away peacefully Monday, December 29, 2025.  Born in Hahira, Georgia, on March 10, 1950, he was the son of the late Alonzo Gray and the late Betty Obery Gray.  In addition to his parents, John is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Sutton Gray and his siblings, Gracie, Sue, and Wayne.

John...

Dec 28, 2025

Mr. Bobby Dwain Buttram, age 86 of Cedartown, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 28, 2025, at his residence.  Born in Polk County on June 25, 1939, he was the son of  the late John Lewis Buttram and the late Ruby Easterwood Wheeler.  In addition to his parents, Bobby is preceded in death by his children Johnny and Darlene.

For many years,...

Dec 26, 2025

Jennifer Renee Brooks Miller, age 60 of Tallapoosa, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bremen on May 9, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Willard Brooks and the late Edna Littlefield Brooks. In addition to her parents, Jennifer is preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Chandler; her brother,...

Dec 25, 2025

Johanna Maria Ogg Bates, age 79 of Bremen, passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025.  She was born on October 25, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Oscar and Sofia Ogg.  In addition to her parents, Joanie is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Tom Bates, and her brothers, Bradley and Rick Ogg.

A graduate of Trotwood Madison...

Dec 20, 2025

Joyce Sharon Dennis Long, age 91 of Buchanan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025.  Born in Compton, Illinois, on February 1, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Berthal Austin Dennis and the late Lucille M Kehm Dennis.  In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, James Long; a daughter, Cynthia Schinzer;...

Dec 19, 2025

Celebrating the life of Barton Lawrence Perkins, a shining example of faith, love, and dedication. On December 19, 2025, Bart's journey on earth came to an end in Georgia, as he was taken home to be with the Lord. But his legacy will live on. Born to Kenny and Shirley Perkins on November 10, 1963, Bart's life was a beautiful...

Dec 17, 2025

Pamela Jill Steele, age 65 of Buchanan, passed away after a brief illness Wednesday, December 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.  Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 14, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Curtis Rowell, Sr. and the late Jackie Ann Weaver Rowell.  In addition to her parents, Jill was preceded in death by her...

Dec 16, 2025

Gilbert "Gil" Cyril Gerard, a beloved actor for people of all ages and most notable for his role as Captain William "Buck" Rogers in the 1979–81 television series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 with his wife, Janet, by his side. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, on January 23, 1943,...

Dec 15, 2025

Derrick Clarence Barnes passed away on December 15, 2025, in Carrollton, Georgia, at the age of 36. Born on October 5, 1989, in Manhattan, New York, Derrick was a remarkable individual known for his unwavering commitment to both his family and his profession. Derrick has a wonderful sense of humor and was always a shoulder to cry on.  He could...

Dec 14, 2025

Charles Edwin Carnes, age 81 of Buchanan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Born in Haralson County on June 10, 1944, he was the son of the late Wilburn Carnes and the late Inez Vines Carnes. In addition to his parents, Charles is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Martha Ann Crawford...

Dec 13, 2025

Fred Louis Hood III, age 76, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, December 13, in Tallapoosa, Georgia, surrounded by care and comfort.

Fred was born on December 22, 1948, in Memphis, Tennessee. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, an experience that shaped his strong sense of duty, independence, and...

Dec 10, 2025

Randy Guinn Mauldin, age 79 of Buchanan, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in a local hospital.  Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on April 7, 1946, he was the son of the late Morris Mauldin and the late Jewel Kent.  Randy worked for many years in maintenance installing heating and air conditioning units.

His survivors include his...

Dec 6, 2025

Herbert Henry Hopkins, age 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025. He was born in Hancock County on June 7, 1947 and professed faith in Jesus Christ at an early age. He was the son of the late Isaac Barney Hopkins and late Mary Ellen Payne Hopkins. In addition to his parents, Herb was preceded in...

Dec 6, 2025

Millard Leon Carroll, age 87 of Buchanan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025.  Born in Haralson County, Georgia, on May 19, 1938, he was the son of the late Lee Willard Carroll and the late Ethel Inez Worthy Carroll.  In addition to his parents, Leon is preceded in death by all his siblings: Shirley McClung, Janice...

Dec 4, 2025

Charles Wayne Kincaid, age 78 of Buchanan, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025.  Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 19, 1947, he was the son of the late James Marvin Kincaid and the late Elsie Jackson Kincaid.

Wayne was a simple Christian man who showed kindness and humility to all he met.  He proudly served in...

Dec 2, 2025

John Floyd Bullock, Sr, age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.  Born in Bogalusa, Louisiana, on September 10, 1941, he was the son of the late George W. Bullock and the late Teresa Rose Hurst Bullock.  In addition to his parents, John is preceded in death by his wife, Helen Bullock who passed in 2019,...