Emory Preston Hayes, 95, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024.Preston was born on December 3, 1928, to Lloyd and Ethel Hayes in Rome , Georgia and was raised by his loving mother.He worked various jobs helping to support he and his mother while attending Rome Boys High School and then studied accounting at North Georgia Business School.He married Nell Daniels in 1948 and soon after in 1950 he joined the the Army Reserves as a Master Sergeant during the Korean War. Preston worked as an...

In Loving Memory of Johnny Eugene Sprayberry  January 28, 1953 – May 2, 2024Johnny Eugene Sprayberry, aged 71, of Kingston, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024. He was born on January 28, 1953, in Rockmart, Georgia, to John Wesley Sprayberry and Mary Frances Grant Sprayberry.Johnny leaves behind his cherished wife, Martha Ladig. Together, they navigated the adventures of life, bound by love and shared passions. He is also survived by his stepchildren, John Ladig, and Tammy...

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In Loving Memory of Mary Ruth Pierce Rutledge  March 9, 1938 – February 25, 2024  On Sunday, February 25, 2024, Mary Ruth Pierce Rutledge, a cherished resident of Rome, Georgia, passed away. Born on March 9, 1938, in Floyd County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late George Washington Pierce and Minnie Lee Sprouse Pierce.  Mary's legacy is carried on by her daughter, Robin Melissa Jarrett (Greg), and her beloved grandchildren, Brittany Jarrett, Bethany...

In Loving Memory of Mary Evelyn Duvall   Mary Evelyn Duvall, aged 89, of Kingston, Georgia, departed this life on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Born on July 28, 1934, to Marvin and Maggie Matthews, Mary was a beacon of warmth and affection throughout her vibrant life. Mary is cherished in memory by her son, Timmy Duvall (Christy); her daughters, Kay Hardigree, Tammy Brooks, Dianne Johnson (Will), and Kathy Ray (Johnny); and her brother, Paul Matthews. She is also fondly remembered by a...

In Loving Memory of Virlyn Durrett July 27, 1929 – April 21, 2024 Virlyn Durrett, 94, a lifelong resident of Rome, Georgia, passed into eternity on April 21, 2024. Born in Carroll County, Georgia, on July 27, 1929, to Willie Earnest Durrett and Mattie Lou Jennings Durrett, Virlyn's journey was one marked by profound dedication to his faith and his family. Preceded in death by his parents, his adored wife Mattie “Lucy” Gillespie Durrett, his brother Eugene Durrett, and his sisters...

Think of Me When you’re feeling sad or a little blue, Look around and you’ll see I’m here with you I’m the bird who soars so high above I’m the one who filled your heart with love

In Loving Memory of Joseph Michael Stewart, Sr.   September 20, 1947 – April 19, 2024 Joseph Michael Stewart, Sr., 76, of Rome, Georgia, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. Born on September 20, 1947, in Atlanta, Georgia, Joseph was the cherished son of the late Lester Franklin Stewart and Martha Inez Bagwell Stewart. Joseph leaves behind his beloved wife, Lillie Mae Cronan Stewart, and their three sons: Michael Stewart (Tina), Jason Stewart (Meredith), and Jeff Stewart...

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Bonnie Louise Waters Shaw  June 8, 1938 – April 19, 2024 Mrs. Bonnie Louise Waters Shaw, aged 85, of Rome, Georgia, was called to her heavenly home on Friday, April 19, 2024. Born on June 8, 1938, in Rome to the late Clarence Eugene Waters and Lydia Louise Sheffield Waters, Bonnie's faith and family were the cornerstones of her life. A devoted servant of Christ, Bonnie was a lifelong member of Waters Road Church of God. Her steadfast faith guided her...

In Loving Memory of Martha Hannah McDaniel Ball12/7/1930 - 4/19/2024 We mournfully announce the passing of Martha Hannah McDaniel Ball, who departed this world at the age of 93. A lifelong resident of Rome, Georgia, Martha Hannah passed away peacefully, having been called to her eternal rest with the Lord. Born to the late Dan and Martha Naomi McDaniel, her life was a testimony to the virtues of unwavering commitment to family and a laudable work ethic. Martha Hannah was the cherished...