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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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Benjamin Dew

Benjamin Dew

Feb 2, 2025

Benjamin Jeffrey Austin Dew, 25, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 2, 2025. He was born on October 10, 1999, in Cartersville, Georgia. Benjamin had a great devotion to God, his family, and being a dad. He enjoyed BBQ's and all things music. Survivors include his loving wife, Shakeira Dew; daughter, Irene Dew; mother, Jennifer Salter...

Nina Francis

Nina Francis

Feb 2, 2025

Nina Mae Francis, 94 of Cartersville, passed away on February 2, 2025 at Evergreen Health & Rehab.  She was born on March 30, 1930 in Cedartown, Georgia to Henry Worsham and Mary Bailey Worsham.  She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kay Francis; and her son, Terry Dunagan. Nina loved to care for her garden, especially her...

Liane Mathews

Liane Mathews

Feb 2, 2025

Liane Mathews, daughter of Heinz and Maria Pfluger, and sister of Sonja Pfluger passed away on February 2, 2025. Liane was born on October 31, 1965 in Gerlostein, Germany. Liane earned an A.A. in Foreign Languages from El Paso Community College, a B.S. in Social Psychology from Park University, a M.S. in Human Resource Management from the University of Phoenix,...

Shirley Brown

Shirley Brown

Jan 31, 2025

Mrs. Shirley Laverne Brown, 71, of Dallas, Georgia passed away on January 31, 2025, at her home. Born in Camden, South Carolina on January 25, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Brown and the late Katie Howard Brown. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Elhasbashy. Shirley was a hard worker who spent over...

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...

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