Rome News-Tribune

Mr. Rex Ivan Treadaway, age 61, of Aragon, GA, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center in Rome, GA. Mr. Treadaway was born in Rome, GA, on November 18, 1962, son of the late John Oliver Treadaway and the late Grace Elizabeth Haney Treadaway. He was a graduate of Pepperell High School. Mr. Treadaway was a self-employed contractor and an extremely skilled carpenter, making the most well-crafted furniture some had ever seen. He not only took pride in his work, which led to numerous repeat customers, but his personality also led the majority of his clients to become lifelong friends. Mr. Treadaway was quick-witted, always had a joke ready and would give...

Stephens Lafayette Harp, Jr. (Steve) was born June 11, 1940, at Riverside Hospital in Montezuma, GA. He passed away June 4, 2024 at Floyd Medical Center in Rome, GA. He was the son of Dr. Stephens Lafayette Harp and Ruth Lillian Shroyer Harp of Marshallville, GA. Steve became fascinated with steam locomotives while he and his mother stayed with her family in Oglethorpe, GA, during the time his father was serving in the U. S. Navy as a Medical Officer. Later, the family moved to Cochran, GA, where Steve attended grammar school, and then to Toccoa, GA, where Steve became the Salutatorian of his 1958 Toccoa High School graduating class. After a family trip to the western U. S. showed Steve...

Gene Cowart Sr., 92, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Calhoun Health Care Center in Calhoun. He was born April 23, 1932, in Floyd County. He was employed at Pepperell Mills in Lindale and at Inland Container in Coosa when he retired in 1994. He was a member of Heritage Baptist Church in Calhoun. He was the founder of the gospel music program held each Saturday morning at McDonald on Turner McCall in Rome for the past 20 years which they still have every Saturday. He had three singing groups: Gospel Jubilaires, The Cowart's and The New Sounds. He led singing in various churches and was a choir member of Heritage Baptist Church. His hobbies were singing, playing pool and gardening. He...

Mr. Thomas Ray Watkins, age 72 of the Shannon Community, passed away on Saturday, June 1st, 2024, at a local hospital. Mr. Watkins was born in Boaz, Ala., on July 20th, 1951, to the late Thomas Louis Watkins and the late Marzee Griffith Watkins. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Jason Watkins; his daughter, Stacy Watkins; two sisters, Margaret Murdoch and Linda Lumpkin. Mr. Watkins was retired from Mannington Mills. He was an electrician by trade and was a man of many talents. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, camping, gardening, and telling jokes. He enjoyed growing all the usual summertime vegetables, but cucumbers were his specialty. He enjoyed spending time...

Mr. Winfred Lee "Blackie" Headrick, age 95, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at his residence. Mr. Headrick was born in Whitfield County, GA, on June 26, 1928, son of the late French Headrick and the late Bessie Brown Headrick. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Leonard Headrick, and his sister, Edith Ray. "Blackie" was one of the original Celanese Village 'Tubize' Kids. He was a veteran of the United States Army and he retired from Piggly Wiggly after serving as a Store Manager for many years in Floyd County. Mr. Headrick is survived by his wife of 70 years, Dot Black Headrick; his children Susan Gordon, Sandra...

Mr. Jerry Lee Norman, age 76, of Rome, GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home on Monday, May 27, 2024. Please visit www.hendersonandsons.com for complete obituary. Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, is honored to serve the family of Mr. Jerry Lee Norman.

Mr. William Robert "Robbie" Sullins, Jr., age 58, of Rome, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at a local hospital. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 3pm in the Chapel at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel. Interment will follow in Floyd Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, on Thursday from 2pm until the service time. A complete obituary can be found at www.hendersonandsons.com. Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, is honored to serve the family of William Robert "Robbie" Sullins, Jr.

Evelyn Davis Nichols of Keller, Texas entered into her Eternal Home on Thursday, May 24, 2024. She was born October 1st, 1924 to Alfred Henry Davis and Cora Estelle Quarles Davis in Cedar Bluff, Alabama. She married James A Nichols on June 16th, 1946. Evelyn retired as Vice-President and Branch Manager of Bank of America after 45 years in banking. She was President of the National Association of Bank Women and President of Bank Administration Institute. She was a member of Floyd Medical Center Pink Ladies Auxiliary, member of Rome Symphony Auxiliary, and Salvation Army Auxiliary. She also served on the Board of Directors of the Rome Chamber of Commerce. Evelyn was a long time member of...

Charlie Junior Weatherford was a beloved member in the community of Armuchee. Throughout his life, he earned multiple esteemed titles: son, brother, friend, student, husband, teacher, coach, father, grandfather (Boo Boo) and great grandfather. He passed peacefully on May 23, 2024, going home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Charlie was born on October 27, 1933, to his birth parents Charlie Duncan and Annie Bell Hardegree Weatherford. At the age of 7, he was adopted by his Uncle John and Aunt Easter Marcus Weatherford. He attended Greensboro High School where he played football, baseball, and ran track. Outside of school, he enjoyed extracurricular activities such as...

Joseph Lanier Walton passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born July 11, 1940, in Douglasville, GA, to Joseph Earl Walton and Lillian Heath Walton. Joe graduated from Douglas County High School in 1958 and from Berry College in 1962. He later earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Berry. Joe served in the U.S. Army Reserves for 6 years, having received an honorable discharge. On June 13, 1963, he married his college sweetheart, Duanne Self, and they enjoyed 60 years of beautiful married life until her death in 2023. Joe began his career at Trust Company of Georgia as a trust accountant in Atlanta. Upon returning to Rome,...

Mr. Marvin Devo Couey, Jr., age 79, of Silver Creek, GA, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, in Gadsden, AL. Mr. Couey was born in Rome, GA, on September 12, 1944, son of the late Marvin Devo Couey, Sr., and the late Sarah Gertrude Deaton Couey. He was also preceded in death by the love of his life, Patricia S. Couey. Mr. Couey was a 1964 graduate of Coosa High School where he excelled as a four-sport athlete (Football, Basketball, Baseball and Track) and was a part of the State Champion football team. He was a veteran of the Unites States Navy earning the rank of Petty Officer 2nd class with the Navy Seabees, MCB-6, A Company, and served 2 tours in Vietnam from 1966-1968 where he...

Mrs. Barbara Ann Rogers, age 84, of Rome, GA, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at a local healthcare facility. Mrs. Rogers was born in Calhoun, GA, on February 19, 1940, daughter of the late Rassie Franklin Rogers and the late Mamie Lois Edmond Rogers. She was also preceded in death by her husband the late Melvin Lee Rogers; her sisters, Myrtle Elizabeth Rogers Erwin, and Nancy Carrol Rogers; and her niece, Lisa Ellis Morgan. Mrs. Rogers was a faithful member of Wilkerson Road Baptist Church. She was a homemaker most of her life and she will be missed by all. Survivors include her children, LeeAnn Duskey (Jeff), and Steven Lee Rogers (Mary); her grandchildren, Justin Orange, Jacob...

Herschel Warren Bridges entered peacefully into the arms of Jesus on May, 15 2024 at the age of 84. Herschel was born and raised in Kingston GA where he was a longtime member of Barnsley Methodist Church. It was there in 1959 where he married the love of his life, Phyllias, staying together until death parted them after 63 years. Herschel and Phyllias faithfully raised two sons. He and his family were active members of their church community wherever the Lord led them, starting in Cobb County, then Gwinnett and Putnam county before returning to the Rome area where he is currently a member of Mizpah Methodist Church. Herschel was a dedicated and hard worker; he spent most of his life working...

Mr. William Samuel Beard, age 83, of Lindale passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at his daughter's residence. Mr. Beard- better known by many as Sam- was born in Lindale, Georgia on October 10, 1940, son of the late Jesse Beard and the late Sarah Hooks Beard. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Marie Pierce Beard, by a son Kenneth "Kenny" Beard, and by a brother, Daniel Beard. Sam worked at Lindale Mill in several roles, but predominantly worked as the supervisor in the dye house. When the Lindale Mill closed its doors for the last time, he then worked his way to becoming the custodial manager at Pepperell Elementary School. He was a member of the Lindale Lodge #455...

Ms. Karen Elizabeth Bagley, age 51, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at her residence. Ms. Bagley was born in Rome, GA, on October 5, 1972, daughter of Mrs. Myra Elizabeth Parker Camp and the late Norman Dale Brock, Sr. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Norman Dale Brock, Jr. Ms. Bagley was a clinical research assistant at iResearch Atlanta, LLC. She was a very likeable, kindhearted woman who never met a stranger. Ms. Bagley always had a smile on her face and would help anyone she could, even continuing this compassion by posthumously donating her organs to save numerous lives. She was an animal lover through and through, especially when it came to her...

Linda Kay (Watkins) Lumpkin, aged 67, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Linda was born to Thomas Ray Watkins and Fannie Marzee Griffith Watkins on June 19, 1955, in the beautiful state of Alabama. Linda leaves behind her devoted husband of forty-three years, Carl Lumpkin, who stood by her side through every joy and challenge. She was the cherished mother of Carla Stanley (Mitchell)l. Linda's legacy continues through her beloved grandchildren, Braylen Stanley and Ava Stanley, who brought immense joy and pride to her life. She is also survived by her loving siblings, Mary Casey, Thomas Watkins (Joyce), Brenda Autry (Kerry) and Fay Bennett (Billy). Linda joins her sister, Margaret Murdock,...

Judy Gail Robbins Brinkman, a wonderful mama, sister, and friend, graduated into Heaven on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Her sweet spirit soared upon those brilliant aurora lights straight to Heaven's gates. She is survived by her dearest son, Taylor Brinkman, and his wife, Beth, and their two beautiful daughters, Addie and Samantha; her beloved daughter, Libby Medlin, and her husband, Joshua, and their precious daughter, Finley; her sister, Jackie Harrington and family; and the family members of her cherished sister Beth Swann who passed away in 2011. Gail was born April 2, 1951 in Rome, Georgia to William Jackson Robbins and Edna Elizabeth Upton Robbins. Gail was known by those around her as...

Mr. Brandon James Price, age 45, of Rome, GA, entered into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, May 10, 2024. Brandon was born in Atlanta, GA, on May 4, 1979, son of Mr. James R. "Jim" Price and the late Donna Sue Byrd Price. He was also preceded in death by an uncle, Charles Price. Brandon worked in Engineering at Northside Hospital-Sandy Springs and also part-time time at Advent-Redmond Hospital in the Radiology Department. He coached girls' youth softball for many years with the Rome Fury and Bomb Squad teams, as well as coaching numerous sports his son was a part of. Brandon was a faithful member of Pleasant Valley South Baptist Church and the Home Builders Sunday School...

Charles Mitchell Long, 61, of Rome, GA passed away on May 8, 2024. Charles was born on July 29, 1962 in Cartersville, GA to the late James F. Long and Anne Lane Long. Charles was a beloved son, brother and friend to all. His tender heart was known to quietly show up helping and supporting wherever needed. He graduated West Rome High School in 1981 and joined the United States Army. He was honorably discharged at the end of his service and returned home to join the family business. He earned his double degree in marketing and management while managing Long Furniture Company. Charles showed a unique gift for working with numbers and analysis. He later excelled during his 20 year love for...

Nancy Compton Stone Thompson passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, in Rome, Georgia as her beloved daughter Margaret held her hand. Nancy struggled for many years with Rheumatoid Arthritis and other illnesses, but her joyous outlook on life never let them slow her down. Nancy was born on June 12th, 1948, in Tallahassee, Florida to Mode Lee Stone, Sr. and Jeanne Compton Stone. She was the baby of the family and spent her childhood years with sister Mary Lois and brother Lee attending First Baptist Church and Florida High. Nancy's family life revolved around education and played out largely on the FSU campus where her parents taught and served the students. Her father was a Professor...

Wayne B. Reeves, Sr. was born at home in Kingston, GA, February 26,1935, to Clara and Leonard Reeves. Wayne did well in school and graduated a year early from Adairsville High School. After spending a summer at the local textile mill with his mother and sister, Wayne decided he wanted something more adventurous, and joined the Army, hoping the GI Bill would help him escape the poverty he experienced as a child. The Army found a place for him in Alaska at a remote outpost known as Wildwood Station, where he was tasked with monitoring rocket launches, including the rocket that placed the Sputnik satellite into orbit. Gaining experience in rocketry, and wanting to avoid the cold of Alaska, he...