Obituaries

Mrs. Wanda Gail Rickett, 84, of Calhoun, Georgia departed her earthly life and entered the presence of her Lord on Tuesday, July 15th at her residence with her loving family by her bedside.

Kenneth Allen Prather departed his earthly life on July 14, 2025. He was born March 24, 1940, to Charlie & Opal Clark Prather, who preceded him in death, along with his sister, Ouida Prather Phipps, and brothers Buck & Jimmy Prather.

Vickie Godfrey Graham, age 76 of Sugar Valley, GA, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at her residence.

Carol Craig Bryson, age 87, of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at The Canopy at Boynton Ridge.

Cecil William Martin, lovingly known as Bill Martin, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on October 4, 1936, Bill lived a life marked by unwavering optimism, deep faith, and a great love for his family.

Jose G. Lopez Silva, age 80 of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025 at her residence.

Mrs. Sue Ann Guthrie Tims, age 71, of 10 Cedar Ridge, NW, Adairsville, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025, at Atrium Health at Floyd Medical Center, Rome.

James Bunyan "Buck" Bailey Jr., 85, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025.

Shirley Maxzine Fountain, 85, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025.

Betty Carol Stapp, 78, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025.