• Flood Watch for Calhoun - Click for Details
    ...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
    Expires: June 08, 2026 @ 9:00pm
    PRECAUTIONARY
    You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
    LOCATIONS
    WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
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    WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Georgia, including the following areas, in north central Georgia, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Dawson, DeKalb, Douglas, Fannin, Fayette, Forsyth, Gilmer, Gwinnett, Henry, North Fulton, Pickens, Rockdale and South Fulton. In northwest Georgia, Bartow, Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Polk, Walker and Whitfield. In west central Georgia, Coweta.
    INFO2
    WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening.
    INFO3
    IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
    INFO4
    ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional rounds of rainfall are expected to move across the area through the day today. An anomalously moist environment over Georgia will support high rain rates and increased chances for
Roger Bruce Gilbert Jr.
February 5, 1972 — January 4, 2026

Mr. Roger Bruce Gilbert Jr., 53, of Plainville, Georgia, departed his earthly life on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by those he loved.

Roger was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on February 5, 1972, the son of the late Roger Bruce Gilbert Sr. and Joann Holden Gilbert Pitts. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Randy Gilbert.

Roger attended Gordon Central High School. He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He loved to spend time with his family. Before a prolonged illness, he was employed by Kane Carpets as a Hyster operator for 13 years.

Survivors include his wife, Kathy Swanson Gilbert; daughter, Brooklyn DeAnn Gilbert; grandchildren, Austin Adams and Dakota Allen; sisters, Pamela Gilbert and Ann Robinson; brothers, Timmie Holden, Jimmy (Regina) Gilbert, and Gary Gilbert; girlfriend, Joanie Medlin; and a host of nieces and nephews.

A service to remember the life of Roger Bruce Gilbert Jr. will be held on Monday, January 12th, at 1:00 PM from the chapel of Max Brannon & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Brad Hayes officiating.

The family will receive friends on Monday, January 12th, between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

The family asks that flowers be omitted, and contributions may be made to help with his final expenses. You can safely use the link below the obituary to make your contribution, and the family would be grateful for your generosity and kindness.

Visitation

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

Service/Mass

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

Funeral Home in Charge

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