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Recent Obituaries in Cartersville, GA
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Cartersville, GA area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Lewis E Earwood
Jun 9, 2026
Lewis E. Earwood A.KA. Burt Reynolds, a cherished resident of Cartersville, GA, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on Wednesday, November 24th, 1937, Lewis lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to his family and passions. Lewis is survived by his devoted wife of over 66 years, Hazel...
Anita Vandall
Jun 9, 2026
Anita Louise Vandall, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on a chilly Saturday, February 16th, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, Anita brought warmth and love to everyone she encountered throughout her life. A longtime resident of Adairsville, Georgia, Anita was known for her unwavering dedication...
Charlotte Harden
Jun 5, 2026
Charlotte E. Harden, 81, of Cartersville, GA, a devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully June 5, 2026, following a lengthy battle of health issues and dementia. Born on November 4, 1944, in Cartersville, GA, Charlotte was the daughter of the late Robert and Katherine Bell. She graduated from Cartersville High School in 1962. Charlotte devoted her entire life to...
James Fox
Jun 5, 2026
Bobby James Fox, a beloved resident of Cartersville, GA, passed away on Friday, June 5th, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on February 21st, 1964, James was a man of unwavering dedication, both in his personal and professional life. James is survived by his loving daughter, Melissa Fox, and his cherished grandchildren, Lexie Collum, Iain Brown, Emma Fox, and...
Harvey Free Jr
Jun 3, 2026
Harvey "Sonny" Free, 81, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away on June 3, 2026, at Piedmont Hospital, surrounded by the loved ones who held his heart.
Born Harvey Rena Free on March 2, 1946, in Cartersville, he was raised in Rockmart and graduated from Taylorsville High School. From early on, his mother gave him the name "Sonny", she said he was the...
Kathleen Sue Keck
May 31, 2026
Kathleen Sue Keck, 83, of Cartersville, GA, passed away on May 31, 2026, at Etowah Landing Skilled Nursing Facility in Rome, GA.
Kathe is predeceased by her parents, Jack Norton Keck and Marybeth (Campbell) Keck; her fiancé, who lost his life while serving in Vietnam; relatives of the Keck and Campbell families; dear friends; and her many cocker spaniels and much...
Lita Marie Bennett
May 23, 2026
Lita Marie Wilbanks Bennett, a beloved and devoted wife, mother, and nana passed away peacefully at her home in Kingston on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the age of 70. Lita was born in Cartersville on August 27, 1955, and was a 1973 graduate of Cartersville High School. She was saved and baptized in her early teens. Sundays at Remnant...
Kathy Gail Barbee
May 22, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kathy Gail Walker Barbee, a cherished resident of Acworth, Georgia. Kathy passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on Monday, August 10, 1964, Kathy was a loving individual who found great joy in the simple things in life. Her immense love for her...
Mary Ellen Arrowood
May 21, 2026
Mary Ellen Arrowood, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on July 13, 1944, Mary was a cherished resident of Cartersville, GA, where she spent her life surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Mary is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years,...
Billy Joe Adams Sr.
May 21, 2026
Billy Joe Adams, a beloved father, paw paw, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21st, 2026, at his son's residence in Cartersville, GA. Born and raised in Cartersville, Billy spent his 71 years surrounded by the town and people he loved. Billy was born on November 12th, 1954, to Jesse and Clara Adams. He was a devoted...
Joyce Sanford Dickson
May 19, 2026
Joyce Sanford Dickson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on January 4th, 1944, Joyce lived a life full of love, dedication, and creativity, leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew her. Joyce dedicated 41 years of her career to Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, where her...
Sharon Buford Redd
May 10, 2026
Sharon Buford Redd, age 72, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Born on June 14, 1953, in the charming city of Savannah, Georgia, Sharon was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
A devoted homemaker, Sharon dedicated her life to her family, creating a loving and nurturing environment that will be cherished by her husband, children,...
Ann Marie Lauro
May 9, 2026
Ann Marie Lauro, 66, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 9th, 2026. Born on Sunday, July 26th, 1959, Ann lived a life full of love, compassion, and dedication to her family and community. Ann was a beloved wife to Daniel Thomas Lauro and a devoted mother to her children: Angela Marie Delgado (Tony), Nicole Lynn Lauro,...
James Marvin Shepherd Sr.
May 9, 2026
With hearts filled with sorrow, we announce the passing of James Marvin Shepherd Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, on May 9th, 2026. Born on March 3rd, 1944, Marvin lived his entire life at Valley View Farm in Euharlee, GA. He touched countless lives with his kindness and earned great respect as a devoted family man and a...
Donald Monroe Beavers
May 7, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Monroe Beavers, a treasured husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the age of 89. Donald was born in Acworth, Ga on January 10, 1937, carving a lasting legacy across both his family and community with his kindness and warm...
Martha Ann Lamar Bunkley
May 7, 2026
Martha Ann Lamar Bunkley, a cherished member of the Rydal, Georgia community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7th, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on a crisp autumn Sunday, October 22nd, 1933 at University Hospital in Augusta, Ga, Martha was the embodiment of grace, compassion, and resilience throughout her long and fulfilled life.
Martha was a woman of many...
Alvin Elihu Kennedy Jr.
May 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alvin Elihu Kennedy Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Alvin was born on Saturday, July 28th, 1945, and departed this world on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, at the age of 80. He was a cherished resident of Pine Log, GA, where he lived a life full of...
Earl "E.C." Thacker
May 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Earl "E.C." Thacker, a beloved resident of Cartersville, GA, who left this world on Monday, May 4th, 2026, at the age of 74. Earl was born on Tuesday, September 4th, 1951, in Cartersville, where he spent his entire life, surrounded by family and friends.
Earl was a man of many...
Jimmy Ray Green
May 3, 2026
Jimmy Ray “Papa” “Shakey” Green, age 93, of Waverly, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026. He was born on July 17, 1932, in Nashville to William Charles and Hattie (Palk) Green. Jimmy lived a long and meaningful life defined by service, hard work, and a deep love for his family. Jimmy graduated from Cohn High School in Nashville...
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