Obituaries
Calhoun, GA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Calhoun, GA, Gordon County & Surrounding Areas
Mark Nathanial Holt
Oct 20, 2025
Mark Nathanial Holt, 54, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025. He was born in Cartersville, Georgia, on October 27, 1970, to the late Raymond Holt and Lavera Boring.
He was a hardworking and selfless man who lived a life of giving and love. He found true joy in caring for others and devoted himself to his family...
Ann Witt
Oct 19, 2025
Ann Witt, 77, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia on May 21, 1948, to the late Thurman and Nena Holcomb Bennett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Hilburn Bennett.
She was a member of the Calhoun High School graduating Class of 1966. After a...
Keith Adam Peterson
Oct 18, 2025
Keith “Scooter” Adam Peterson, 39, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was born in Harlan, Kentucky on October 30, 1985, to Darrell and Sandra Peterson.
He is survived by his sons, Dylan Adam Peterson and Alex Lim Peterson; parents, Darrell and Sandra Peterson; brother, Kevin Peterson; special cousin, Bobby Parker; special friend, Kirk Clayton.
Scooter was a...
Henry Dale Jackson
Oct 17, 2025
Henry Dale Jackson, age 64, of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Friday, October 17, at Shepherd Hill Nursing in Lafayette, GA, after an extended health battle. Dale was born on June 20, 1961, in Coleman, TX, to Carlton Jackson and Dorothy Ruth Jackson. He was a tiny baby, weighing in at just over 4lbs. And while he never grew to...
Larry Junior Mulkey
Oct 17, 2025
Larry Junior Mulkey of Ranger, Georgia, a cherished and beloved individual, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born on February 6, 1948, to the late JD Mulkey and Adell Brannon Mulkey. Larry proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1968 – 1974. In addition to his parents, he was...
Sylvia Diane Carter
Oct 16, 2025
Sylvia Diane Carter, 75, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. She was born in Dallas, Georgia, on March 29, 1950. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Stroup; sons and daughter-in-law, Jimmy Dale (Michelle) Carter, Jr. and Cecil Carter; brother, Jackie Witt.
She is survived by grandchildren, Nicole (Kelsie) Whitlock, Dale Carter III; daughter-in-law, Angela...
Scotty Junior Cantrell
Oct 12, 2025
Scotty Junior Cantrell, 56, of Fairmount, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025. He was born on March 17, 1969, to Larry Junior Cantrell and Sarah Ruth Stone Cantrell. He was preceded in death by his sister, Tina Cantrell; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rembert and Wanda Hendrix.
In addition to his parents, Scotty is survived by his loving wife, Rochelle Hendrix...
Brian Law
Oct 8, 2025
Brian Law, 55, of Rome, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 27, 1970, to Pat Cromer Law and the late Donald Calvin Law.
Brian is survived by his loving wife, Lissy Law; sons, Porter Law and Peyton Law; mother, Pat Cromer Law; and a host of family and friends.
The family...
Leisa Holbrook
Oct 8, 2025
Leisa Holbrook, 64, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. She was born on February 8, 1961.
Leisa worked for Echota Fabrics for over 10 years.
She is survived by her sons, Jack Holbrook, Jerry Caleb Faw; daughter, Celeste Holbrook; mother, Faye Worley; and three sisters.
To honor her wishes, her body was cremated, and no services will be held.
The...
Maxine Joy (Knight) McBee
Oct 6, 2025
Maxine Joy (Knight) McBee, 82, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. She was born on March 2, 1943, to the late Earnest Franklin Knight and Alice Dorothy Knight. Maxine was preceded in death by her son, Terry Benton; daughter-in-law, Becky Benton; brother and sister-in-law, Melvin and Edith Knight; brother-in-law, Hilburn Smith; nephew, Shane Smith; sister-in-law, Maybell...
Bobby Little
Oct 4, 2025
Bobby Little, 85, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025. He was born in Alpharetta, Georgia, on February 9, 1940, to the late Clifford and Madelyn Little. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, George Little, Jess Little, Paul Little, Leroy Little, and Charlie Little; sisters, Betty Little and Blanche Garner.
He...
Karen Ingle Parrott
Oct 3, 2025
Karen Ingle Parrott, “Mimi”, 75 years old of Calhoun, Ga, passed away Friday, October 3rd, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family. Her faith has now become sight.
She was born in Rome, Georgia on November 4th, 1949, to the late Robert and Laverne Ingle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bobby Ingle.
Karen is...
Christine "Michelle" Stafford
Oct 2, 2025
Christine “Michelle” Stafford, 57, of Resaca, Georgia, passed away on October 2, 2025. She was born in Lakeland, Florida, on June 24, 1968, to Linda Crosby and the late Allen Frances Smith. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Olivia Stafford, and brother-in-law, Ronald Roberson.
Michelle is survived by her husband of 35 years, Terry...
Clemie Nathan Sexton
Oct 1, 2025
Clemie Nathan Sexton “PaPaw”, 74, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. He was born in Rome, Georgia, on March 16, 1951, to the late Clemie Nelson Sexton and Susie Clara Maddox. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Nelson Sexton, and his sister, Joye Cason; honorary child, Jamie Sikes.
He is...
Cheryl Lynn Waters
Sep 30, 2025
Cheryl Lynn (Smith) Waters, 69, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was born on July 24, 1956, to the late William Ralph Smith and Dorris Faye Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, William Scott “Scotty” Smith.
Cheryl is survived by her daughters, Kelli Ansari and Angela Waters; brother,...
Samuel "Sam" Kenneth Duke
Sep 29, 2025
Samuel Kenneth Duke "Sam" went home to be with his Lord on September 29th, 2025. He was born on September 12, 1950 in Jackson, MS to Nedra Hayes Duke and James Duke. He also lived briefly in North Carolina and eventually his family moved to Birmingham, AL where he attended and graduated from EB Erwin High School. While at Erwin,...
J. Larry Crump
Sep 28, 2025
J. Larry Crump, 83, of Adairsville, Georgia, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2025. He was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on September 7, 1942, to the late John Howard and Geneva Skyles Crump. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Roy Crump and Edward Crump.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Linda Crump;...
Emily Marie Griffith Holcomb
Sep 26, 2025
Emily Marie (Love) Holcomb, 86, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, surrounded by her family. She blinked her eyes and met her savior.
She was born in Columbus, Ohio, on July 18, 1939, to the late Oshie and Lillian Love. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Holcomb; siblings, Clarence...
Brenda Sue Graham
Sep 25, 2025
With deep sorrow but steadfast faith in God’s promise, we announce the passing of our beloved Brenda Sue Graham, a devoted wife, cherished and treasured mother and grandmother, loving sister and faithful servant of our Lord. She was a lifelong resident of the Calhoun community and lived a life marked by grace, compassion, and unwavering faith.
She was born on November...
Michael Dale Young
Sep 24, 2025
Michael Dale Young, 60, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. He was born on May 24, 1965, to the late Dale and Shirley Young. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David Young and sister, Robin Young.
Michael was an avid Georgia Bulldogs fan and a member of Plainville Masonic Lodge...
