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    ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...
    Expires: July 28, 2026 @ 8:00pm
    WHAT
    Heat index values of 105 to 109 degrees expected.
    WHERE
    Portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, southeast, and west central Georgia.
    WHEN
    From noon to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.
    IMPACTS
    Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
    Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Judy Allaine Blacksmith
December 24, 1944 — February 14, 2026

Judy Allaine Blacksmith, age 81, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. She was born on December 24, 1944 in Atlanta, Georgia to Oco and Lucy Gallimore. Judy was a loving wife, a beloved Christian mother and loved God with her whole heart. She and Bobby were married for 48 years. They started as members of Browns Chapel Baptist Church, with Bro. Horace Johnson and continued their membership at Browns Chapel with Bro. Jimmy Dunn.

Judy is survived by her daughter, Vickie Blacksmith Garfield (Rodney); her sons, Ricky Blacksmith (Rebecca) Daryl Blacksmith, Harold Blacksmith (Beth) Ferrell Blacksmith (Rachel); her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and sisters, Barbara Gallimore and Gail Coleman.

Judy was all heart. Her love was unconditional. She spread warmth and acceptance and genuinely valued her time with you. One of her greatest pleasures was singing without hesitation. She always told you she was proud of you, she always talked about her Lord, and she always called you on your birthday.

Her children are her greatest legacy! Her life was defined by her relationship with Jesus. She instilled in her children the value of kindness and respect. She loved being “Grandma” to her grandchildren. She enjoyed road trips to see family and often shared stories of those visits, cherishing every memory. She delighted in a good game of bingo, which always brought her happiness.

Her favorite Bible verse was Matthew 18:20. It says “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” It reflects the way she lived, and we find comfort in this promise.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 17, 2025, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral.

The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 18, 2025, at 1:00 PM from the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Antioch Baptist Church in Cedartown, Georgia.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Judy Allaine Blacksmith.

Visitation

Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home
Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home
711 College St.
Calhoun, GA 30701
(706) 629-4508
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Service/Mass

Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home
Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home
711 College St.
Calhoun, GA 30701
(706) 629-4508
Website

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Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home
Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home
711 College St.
Calhoun, GA 30701
(706) 629-4508
Website