Obituaries
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.
Please visit our Wall of Honor to view the veterans we were honored to serve.
Joey Crosby
Feb 22, 2025
Please share your favorite memory of Joey to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.
Michael "Mike" Whittington
Feb 21, 2025
Michael "Mike" Whittington, 74, of Adairsville passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025. Born on September 10, 1950, in Brundidge, Alabama, he was the son of the late Lonnie Whittington and the late Ruth W. Moone. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bobbie Jo Whittington and brother, John Whittington. An avid outdoorsman, Michael found peace in all thing's...
Joe Tilley
Feb 18, 2025
Joe Alvin Tilley was born on February 12, 1941, in Cartersville, Ga. and was raised on the family farm in Taylorsville, Ga. On February 18, 2025, he passed away peacefully in his home. Joe was preceded in death by his parents S.V. "Pete" and Gladys Ruff Tilley, paternal grandparents Alvin Y. and Delta Tilley and maternal grandparents William "Sam" and...
Wayne Gibson
Feb 15, 2025
Wayne Douglas Gibson, 80, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and devoted man of faith, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and unwavering devotion to his family and community. Born in Tennessee to the late Emma and Ben Gibson, Wayne was raised with strong values and a deep appreciation for family. He was preceded in death...
Wilma Croy
Feb 14, 2025
Wilma Reagan Croy, 83, of Cartersville passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025. Born on September 20, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Dallas Reagan and the late Mildred Martin. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Gene Croy; child, Sheila Blackmon; sisters, Wyleene and Laverne; brother Dallas Reagan Jr.; granddaughter, Jessica Dutton; stepchildren, Randy, Billy,...
Ruth Payne
Feb 9, 2025
Ruth Martin Payne, 87 years, passed on to glory on Sunday, February 9, 2025. She was a resident at Cartersville Crossing Health Care Center for almost five years. She was born on March 28, 1937. She is preceded in death by her parents Rosebud Cochran Martin and William "Willie" Martin. Ruth was of the Christian faith and attended Liberty Square...
Julia Ivester
Feb 8, 2025
Julia Eugenia Ivester, 90, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025. She was born on April 28, 1934, to the late Julian Eugene Ivester and the late Beulah Shirley Ivester. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Donald Ivester; brother, Henry Hank Ivester; and sister, Ophelia Pete Spivey. Survivors include her son, Gene (Cindy) Ivester; son, Greg...
Mary Vaughn
Feb 7, 2025
Mary Davanzo Vaughn of Kingston GA went to be with the Lord suddenly on February 7, 2025. Mary was a native of Milwaukee, WI and graduated from Wauwatosa East high School in 1969. She also briefly attended Cardinal Strich College in Milwaukee. Mary relocated to Atlanta, Ga in 1983. She worked primarily as a secretary, legal library assistance and customer...
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
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
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
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
Jan 30, 2025
Please share your favorite memory of Tammy to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

A Year of Grief Support
Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.


