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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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Tammy Williams

Tammy Williams

Jan 30, 2025

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Greg Hightower

Greg Hightower

Jan 26, 2025

Gregory Hal Hightower was called home to the Lord on Sunday January 26, 2025. March 12, 1965 - January 26, 2025 Greg was the kindest, gentlest man. He would help anyone with anything that they needed. He was a talented musician and could hear beautiful music even in the most ordinary things. He loved fishing with his uncle and dad....

James Thomas "Tommy" Clark

James Thomas "Tommy" Clark

Jan 25, 2025

Tommy Clark, native of Cartersville, GA, passed away on January 25th, 2025 surrounded by his family at the age of 84. Tommy and his wife, Donna, were members of Trinity United Methodist Church. Graduated from Cass High School, Tommy went on to enjoy a successful career at Union Carbide/First Brands where he worked until his retirement. Best known for his...

Patsy Fortenberry

Patsy Fortenberry

Jan 25, 2025

Our beautiful and beloved mother, sister, and nana, Patsy Hamby, passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 25, 2025, at the age of 75. Her warmth, kindness, and love for her family and friends will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew her. Patsy was preceded in death by her parents, Ruthell Hamby and William...

Glenda Paulette Van Pelt Croy

Glenda Paulette Van Pelt Croy

Jan 23, 2025

Glenda Paulette Van Pelt Croy, 77 of Rydal, passed away on January 23, 2025 at her home.  She was born in Adrain, Michigan on August 13, 1947 to the late Wallace Van Pelt and the late Dollie Van Pelt.  In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband of 22 years, Joe Croy and her...

Troy Weaver

Troy Weaver

Jan 23, 2025

Troy Weaver passed on January 23, 2025, at the age of 79, following a courageous 18-year battle with leukemia. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones . Troy was born on March 27, 1945, in Mason City , Iowa, to Emory and Violet (Schaefer) Weaver. He was the middle child, with an older brother, Egon, and a younger...

Sue Cornett

Sue Cornett

Jan 20, 2025

Sue G. Cornett was born on August 18, 1932, and was the daughter of the late Bethel and Agnes Greenway. Sue passed away on January 20, 2025, at Fite Living Center where she was a resident. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Everett "Fuzz" Cornett; sons-in-law, Ellis Vaughn, and Jerry Arp; sister...

Earl Williamson

Earl Williamson

Jan 20, 2025

Earl Williamson, Jr. passed away on January 20, 2025, at the age of 81 at his home in Cartersville, Georgia. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life's challenges with a smile and unfailing optimism. Despite dealing with physical limitations, Earl never complained but took interest and joy in the lives of others,...

Betty Mathis

Betty Mathis

Jan 19, 2025

Our beloved mother and Gigi, Betty Whitten Mathis, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 19, 2025. She was 78. Betty was the heart of our family. She was married for 50 years to her husband, Howard Edward (Eddie) Mathis, who preceded her in death in 2017. She raised two children, Paula (Joseph) Hilinski and Mark (Hillary) Mathis, in a loving...

Ida Cable

Ida Cable

Jan 11, 2025

Ida Lori 'Boomer' Cable(48), beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, in Cartersville, Georgia. Born on March 21, 1976, to James Russell Cable and Sandra Ann Cable, Ida brought light and joy to all who knew her. Lori is survived by her loving partner of 32 years, Patrick Micheal Dudash, their children Hope Ida Woods(Dakota...

Opal Massey

Opal Massey

Jan 9, 2025

A Life Well Lived: Opal Massey Opal Sue Massey, age 84, of Adairsville was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2025 surrounded by her loving family and friends after a long battle with cancer. However, she fought her battle courageously and with grace. Opal Massey was born in Bartow County in 1940, daughter of...

Josephine Allen

Josephine Allen

Jan 9, 2025

Josephine Frances Allen, 91 of Cartersville, passed away on January 9, 2025. She was born on August 21, 1933, in Binghamton, New York to the late Sofio Giuffrida and the late Jennie Giovannini Giuffrida. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Allen; daughter, Linda Allen; Son, Barre Allen; brother, Cosmo Giuffrida; and brother, Francis Giuffrida. Josephine served...

Pat Pickett

Pat Pickett

Jan 5, 2025

Mr. Pat Pickett, 85 of Cartersville passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at his residence. Born on September 27, 1939, in Signal Mountain, TN, he was the son of the late Homer Pickett and the late Dora Lusk Pickett. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Homer Pickett, and Harry Pickett. Pat was a very hard worker...

Claude Staton

Claude Staton

Jan 4, 2025

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Jimmy Dover

Jimmy Dover

Jan 1, 2025

Jimmy Wayne Dover, 71 of Cartersville, passed away on January 1, 2025 at Emory Hospital in Decatur.  He was born in Cartersville on February 4, 1953 to the late John W. Dover and the late Bertha M. Dover.  In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his sisters, Geraldine Cromer, Edna Abernathy, Elizabeth Dover, Mary Phillips,...

Roy Buckner

Roy Buckner

Dec 31, 2024

Roy Wayne Buckner, 83 of Cartersville, passed away on December 31, 2024.  He was born in Jasper, Georgia on June 14, 1941 to Clay Buckner and Grace Atkins Buckner.  He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Inez Buckner; brother, Dallas Buckner; and sister, Dorothy Faye Jenkins. Wayne never met a stranger.  He worked at Lockheed for 36...

Carl Scott

Carl Scott

Dec 31, 2024

The family will receive friends from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Parnick Jennings Funeral Home with a memorial service following at 2:00 pm.  The wearing of Alabama Crimson Tide clothing or memorabilia is optional in celebration of Carl's love of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team.  In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting...

James "Jimmy" Young

James "Jimmy" Young

Dec 29, 2024

James Randolf Young, 78 of Cartersville, left this world peacefully on December 29, 2024.  He was born in Cartersville on January 17, 1946 to Marvin Young and Lillian Shellnut Young.  He is preceded in death by his parents; children James Young Jr. and Jon Young, Sr.; grandchildren James Long and Emily Young; and his precious dog, Ala. Survivors include his...

Kurt Bunch

Kurt Bunch

Dec 26, 2024

Kurt Amery Bunch, born on October 2, 1971, in Rome, Georgia, passed away on December 26, 2024, in Cartersville, Georgia. He was the beloved son of Erlinda Bunch and the late James Alton Bunch. Kurt had a great deal of love and respect for his parents throughout his life. Kurt grew up in a large and loving family and is...

Billy Brown

Billy Brown

Dec 22, 2024

William (Billy) Brown, age 66 of Adairsville, passed away on December 22, 2024 at Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center.  He was born on April 26, 1958 in Cartersville, Georgia to the late Meredith Brown and the late Jean Brown.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Brown; and his daughter Bridget Brown. Billy was...

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