MONTGOMERY

John F. Montgomery passed away peacefully at his home on August 31, 2025. He was a proud U.S. Marine veteran and a longtime employee of RaLin Construction. John loved riding motorcycles, spending time at his lake lot, and the many friendships he made there—but above all, he cherished his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Bonnie Montgomery; his brother, Mark Montgomery; and his daughter, Amanda Early.

John is survived by his loving wife, Paula Montgomery; his sons, Richie (Wendy) Montgomery and Cory (Alicia) Montgomery; his daughter, Missy (Britt) Ragland; grandchildren, Rodney Early, Kennedi (Blaine) Wilson, Alexa, Carsen, and Evan Ragland, Carlie Montgomery, Ella, Cale, and Hadley Montgomery; and great-granddaughter, Landry Wilson.

A celebration of life will be held at the family home on September 13, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for John F. Montgomery who passed away on Sunday.

PARKER

   LT. COL. RETIRED BUDDY LEE PARKER, age 81, of McDonough, Georgia, formerly of Summerville, passed away Thursday, August 28, 2025, in the local nursing home. A native of Summerville, Georgia, He was born to the late Robert and Lillian Butler Parker on February 22, 1944. He was a member of the Union Grove Baptist Church, McDonough, Georgia and Retired Lt. Col. U. S. Army after his service of 25 years and Veteran of Viet Nam War. Afterwards, Buddy worked for the Georgia State Medical Examiners Board for 10 years. He Loved hunting, fishing, going to yard sales and collecting fishing rods. He was the Lead Bird Hunter at The Burge Club in Mansfield Georgia.

Surviving are his daughter, Kelli (David) Luxemburger; granddaughters, Rory Luxemburger and Emma Luxemburger; sisters, Jean Spivey and JoAnn Dempsey; brother, Larry Parker; girlfriend, Wanda Groover; his hunting dogs, J.J., Jake, Joe, Rex, Rip, Rap, Lady, Suzie; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral Service will be held Monday, September 1, 2025 at 11 a.m. from the Summerville First Baptist Church with Pastor Lance Wade and Dr. Randy Clayton officiating, interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Active Pallbearers will be David Reynolds, Louie Peter, Kevin Thaxton, Donnie Hayes, Jim Parker, Shannon Hamilton, David Parker and Derek Parker. Honorary Pallbearers, members of the Union Grove Baptist Church of McDonough, Georgia and members of the Burge Club of Mansfield, Georgia. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 31 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home and also Monday September 1, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Summerville First Baptist Church.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

OXFORD

James Russell Oxford Jr. (Jim), age 55, passed away in Rome, GA on August 22nd,2025. He was born in Rome, GA on June 23rd, 1970, to James Russell Oxford and Elizabeth King Oxford who survives. He graduated from Chattooga High School in 1988. Jim attended Georgia Southern University where he received a BA Business Administration degree. Subsequently, he attended the University of Georgia, and later received a Juris Doctorate from the Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University in 2004. At Mercer University, he received the C.A.L.I. Excellence for the Future Award, highest grade in Domestic Relations, and the C.A.L.I. Excellence for the Future Award, Highest Grade in Advanced Legal Writing Group. He graduated on the Dean’s List. Jim’s passion was helping people through his law practice. He was preceded in death by his father, James Russell Oxford, and beloved grandparents John William and Elliott Jacobs King, John Benjamin and Dorothy Hollowmen Oxford.

He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth King Dellenback, brothers John Elliott Oxford (Amanda), Robert Joseph Dellenback III, Benjamin Drew Oxford (Ashlee), Mathew Seth Oxford (Brandi), sister Karianna Marie Dellenback, and step-mother Sharon Storey Oxford He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

The graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 at 4 pm, at Summerville Cemetery, Summerville, GA. The service will be officiated by Melvin Mosley. Pallbearers will be John Oxford, Rob Dellenback, Drew Oxford, Seth Oxford, Patrick Payne, and Zaine Jerebek.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

CAIN

MR. WAYNE LLOYD CAIN, age 81, of Cloudland, Georgia, passed away Thursday morning, August 21, 2025, at his residence. A native of Atlanta, Georgia, He was born on April 24, 1944, to the late Joel Dewitt and Leonna Hazel Loy Cain. Mr. Cain was a Veteran of Viet Nam War serving in the U. S. Army, was retired carrier from the U. S. Postal Service, and was active in the Son’s of Confederate Veterans organization. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by brothers, Gene Cain, Ronnie Cain, and Jimmy Cain.

Surviving are His wife, Jackie Cain; daughters, Sherri (Michael) French and Amy Cain; sister, Carol Cain; Brother Tony (Robin) Cain; special friend, James Moore; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Harold Helton officiating, interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Active Pallbearers Brier Ingle, Phil Ingle, John Todd, Britt Todd, Joey Jones, and Michael French. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1 until 2 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Son’s of Confederate Veterans will be Honor Guard. Shanklin-Attaway American Legion Post #5 of Rome, Georgia will render Military Honors at graveside.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Wayne Lloyd Cain, who passed away Thursday.

THOMPSON

MRS. CHRISTINE (CHRIS) DANIEL THOMPSON, age 88, of Harrisburg Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Wednesday evening, August 20, 2025, in the local Nursing Home. A native of Blairsville, Georgia, she was born to the late Thomas and Myrtle Davenport Daniel on May 13, 1937. Mrs. Thompson was a home maker, member of the Ivey Log Baptist Church and attended Beersheba Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Wayne Lester Thompson and sisters the late Eva Hemphill, the late Sue Davenport, and the late Bonita Cantrell.

Surviving are sons, Tim (Kathy) Thompson and Tommy (Susan) Thompson of Trion; sister, Barbara Garnto of Blairsville; grandsons, Scott Thompson, Don Thompson, Wes Thompson, Ben Thompson, and Luke Thompson all of Trion; great grandchildren, Sydnee (Hunter) Clark, Jake Thompson, and Emily Thompson all of Trion, and one great great Granddaughter Avree Clark; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:00 P.M. from the Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. David Autry officiating, interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 noon until 1 P.M. at the Funeral Home. The Family request no food.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Christine (Chris) Daniel Thompson who passed away Wednesday evening.

RICHBURG

MR. RON LEE RICHBURG, age 76, of Menlo, Georgia, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at His residence. A native of Gastonia, North Carolina, was born October 3, 1948, a son of the late R. L. Richburg, and Lucille Layton Richburg. He was a member of Mount Paran Church of God, a Veteran of Viet Nam serving in the U. S. Navy, and was retired Computer Executive.

Surviving are His wife, Janet Ennes Richburg; son, Mark Lee; sister, Iris Richburg Cook; step daughter, Merideth Nicole Wells; Step grandchildren, Willow Wells and Corley Wells.

Graveside service will be held Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. from the Alpine Cemetery with Rev. Harold Helton officiating; American Legion Shanklin-Attaway Post #5 of Rome will Render Military Honors.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, in charge of arrangements for Mr. Ron Lee-Richburg, who passed away August 14, 2025.

WARD

MRS. ORTHA LORENA WARD, age 85, formerly of Teloga Community, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025, in a Rome Health Care Facility. Mrs. Ward was born in Trion, Georgia on February 21, 1940, a daughter of the late Hubbard Greeson and Myrtle Belle Simmons Keen. She was a member of New Generation Church of God, was retired from the Trion School system, and the creeling department of Shaw Ind. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late David Luther Ward, son-in-law, Stacy Colbert, and several siblings.

Surviving are daughter, Orlena Paige Colbert; sons, David Scott (Kim) Ward and Marc Anthony (Tony) (Nancy) Ward; grandchildren, Jana (Caleb) Tillman, Chelsey (Jason) Wilkes, Sierra (Nick) Robinson, Jordyn Colbert, Morgan Colbert; great grandchildren, Linley Wilkes, Cash Tillman, and Savannah Tillman; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, August 3rd, at 3 p.m. from the Beersheba Presbyterian Church with Pastor Justin Ward officiating, interment in Garrett Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Jason Wilkes, Caleb Tillman, Chris Keen, Breck Keen, Dexter Guice and Nick Robinson. Honorary Pallbearer, Cash Tillman. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. at the church.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Ortha Lorene Ward.

CHAMBLEE

MR. RICHARD THOMAS “DICKIE” CHAMBLEE, age 91, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away July 14, 2025, in Oakview Nursing & Rehab Center. Mr. Chamblee was born in Cloudland, Georgia on February 1, 1934, a son of the late J. C. Chamblee and Mary Cora Shaburn Chamblee. He was Methodist by Faith, a Veteran of the U. S. Army, and was retired from Mount Vernon Mills where He was a Technical Administrator. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in dead by his wife, the late Mary Lucinda Tribble Chamblee.

Surviving are sister-in-Law, Julie Chamblee and nephew, David Chamblee, Jr.

A private service was held July 26th, from Graveside in Glenwood Cemetery, Fort Payne, Alabama, with Rev. John Wesley Privett officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

STOKES

MRS. JANE STOKES, age 91, of Beavers Road, Summerville, Georgia, Chelsea Community, passed away Thursday afternoon, July 3, 2025, at her residence. A native of Chattooga County, Georgia, She was born on January 28, 1934, to the late Hugh Lee and Margaret Ruth Wofford Hamby. She was retired Beautician and member of the Summerville First United Methodist Church. In addition to Parents, She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Fred Stokes, siblings, the late Hughbelle Tucker, Joyce Hogg, Peg Tate Hogg, Margaret Thomas, Nelle Adamson, and Edwin Hill Hamby.

Surviving are Her son, Kelly Logan Stokes; grandson, Logan Stokes; brother, Jerry Hamby; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 5, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, with Rev. Harold Helton officiating, interment in Garrett Cemetery. Pallbearers, Logan Stokes, Al Adamson, Ron Tucker, Lee Hamby, Chase Hegwood, and Royce Hogg. The Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home, Saturday, from 12 noon until 2 P.M.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Jane Stokes, who passed away Thursday afternoon.

ASH

MR. QUINTON PHILLIP ASH, age 85, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at His residence. A native of Summerville, Georgia, Mr. Ash was born on September 29, 1939 to the late Edward and Lillie Mae Tucker Ash. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Army, serving in Viet Nam and was retired from Western Union.

Surviving are daughters, Jessica McClarty and Cheryl Girrbach; sister, Jo Carr; several Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren also survive.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, June 19th, at 11:00 A.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Harold Helton officiating. Military Honors will be rendered by the Honor Guard of Shanklin-Attaway American Legion Post #5, Rome, Georgia.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Quinton Phillip Ash who passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025.

KEEN

MR. JAMES WILEY KEEN, age 73, of Cedar Bluff, Alabama, formerly of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday morning, June 10, 2025, in a Decatur health care. A native of Trion, Georgia, He was born on October 21, 1951; a Son of the late Herbert Greeson and Myrtle Bell Simmons Keen. Mr. Keen was a member of Beersheba Presbyterian Church, prior to retirement was Supervisor of the Dye Plant for Shaw Industries, and a Veteran of Viet Nam serving in the U. S. Army.

Surviving are His wife, Kathy Keen; sons, James Christopher Keen and Breck Wiley Keen; sisters, Ortha Ward and Lois Smith; brother, Charles Keen; grandchildren, Cody Keen, Ramsie Keen Wright, Carly Keen Wigley, Chandler Keen, Lily Raine Keen, Amber McGraw, Autumn Burdick, Meg Helms, and Ashle Buice; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 12th, at 2:00 P.M. from the Beersheba Presbyterian Church with Pastor Jennifer Walker officiating, interment in Macedonia Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Cody Keen, Chandler Keen, Jared Wigley, Braden Johnson, Chais Helms, and Laramie Wright. The Family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6 until 8 P.M. from the Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

WESTBROOK

JUDGE JERRY WESTBROOK, prominent Chattooga County Attorney and Judge, passed away Saturday afternoon in a Rome hospital following an illness. Judge Westbrook was born in Trion, Georgia on June 22, 1938, a son of the late Wilmer Carlyle and Dorothy M. Colbert Westbrook. He was Chattooga County Juvenile Judge for forty nine plus years and a Master Wood Crafter. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by brothers, Charles David Westbrook and Donald Carlyle Westbrook.

Surviving are His wife, Judy Westbrook; sons, Parks Westbrook (Taner Ergin) and Jud Westbrook; grandchildren Trey Westbrook and Madelyn Westbrook.

Graveside and interment service will be held Thursday, June 5th, at 4:30 P.M. from West Hill Cemetery with Parks Westbrook and Albert Palmer officiating. Active Pallbearers, Kenneth Underwood, Tracy Maddux, Lanny Harrelson, Maxey Colbert, Tommy Taylor, and David Tomlin; Honorary Pallbearers, Jeff Ingram, Rip Keef, Tommy Keef, Clint Woodall, Walt Woodall, and Ralph Tomlin. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 until 4 P.M. at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home. The Family request no flowers and suggest contributions to a charity of choice.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Judge Jerry Westbrook, who passed away Saturday.

SWANSON

MRS. NORMA JEAN SWANSON, age 100, of Chickamauga, Georgia, formerly of Summerville, Georgia, went to Her heavenly home to be with Jesus on Saturday, May 17, 2025. She was a daughter of the late Berry Seaman and Johnnie Bell Chambers. Born in Auburndale, Florida on March 16, 1925, grew up in Valley Head, Alabama, and lived most of Her adult life in Summerville, Georgia. In addition to Parents, was preceded in death by Her husband, the late Grady Swanson, siblings the late Florence Hulgan, John (J.B.) Chambers, and Raymond Chambers. She was a member of South Summerville Baptist Church for many years and served the Lord faithfully in numerous capacities before moving to Chickamauga, Georgia, where she united with the Chickamauga First Baptist Church.

Surviving are Her son, Malcolm (Carolyn) Swanson; grandchildren, Michael (Christy) Swanson and Melissa (Rob) Walthour; great grandchildren, Caleb Stewart, Brian Stewart, Josh Walthour, Max Swanson, and Leah Walthour.

Graveside and interment service will be held Monday, May 19th, at 4:30 P.M. from the Family plot in Summervile Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Mrs. Swanson’s memory.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Norma Jean Swanson, who passed away Saturday.

HURLEY

 MR. GENE HURLEY, age 95, of Alcoa, Tennessee, former Owner/Operator of the Summerville Hurley’s Grocery Store, passed away Friday evening, May 16, 2025, in Louisville, Tennessee. Mr. Hurley was born in Summerville, Georgia on February 11, 1930 to the late Tollie Ross and Annie Laura Elsberry Hurley. He was longtime member of South Summerville Baptist Church; in addition to Parents was preceded in death by His wife the late Clara Marceline Mobbs Hurley and brother the late Tollie Fay Hurley.

Surviving are daughters, Sherry Reeves and Cecelia Berry; son, David Hurley; grandchildren, Sean Reeves, Tisha Cox, Carrie Daniels, and Marta Bridges; Three Great Grandchildren, several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Monday, May 19th, at 2:00 P.M. from the South Summerville Baptist Church with Dr. Jerry Mahan officiating, interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Sean Reeves, Phillip Cox, Levi Cox, Matthew Cox, and Connor Daniels. The Family will receive friends Monday from 1 P.M. until the hour of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Mr. Hurley’s memory.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Gene Hurley.

CRAIG

MRS. MARGARET ANN BROWN CRAIG, age 80, of #212 Roberts Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Monday morning, April 22, 2025, at Her residence. A native of Trion, Georgia, She was born to the late Joe W. and Flossie Holloway Brown on December 8, 1944. Mrs. Craig was a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, and member of United By Faith. In addition to Parents, She was preceded in death by a sister, the late Mildred Barlow, brothers, the late Emmett Brown and David Brown, and great grandchildren the late Nora Dodd, Conor Dodd, and Bentley Wilson.

Surviving are Her loving husband, Leon Craig; daughters, Margie Teague, Missy Wilson, and Teresa Simon; son, Joe “Shorty” Craig; sister, Dean Ponder; brothers, Virgil Brown and Frank Brown; Nine Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren, several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Friday, April 25th, at 1:00 P.M. from the United by Faith Church with Pastor Barry Brown and Chaplain Sam Reese officiating, interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Shorty Craig, Kim Peague, David Wilson, Brandon Brown, D. J. Craig, and Jerry Wilson. Mrs. Craig will be in state at Her residence, #212 Roberts Street, Summerville, Georgia, after 1:00 P.M. Wednesday; She will also be in state at the Church, Friday, from 11 A.M. until the hour of service.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Margaret Ann Brown Craig, who passed away Monday.

DOVER

INFANT LILLIAN JANEL SUE DOVER, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025, in a Rome hospital. She was preceded in death by a Great Grandmother, the late Debbie Colbert.

Surviving are mother, Emilee Colbert, father, Robert Dover; grandparents, Candee Janel Colbert, Jeremy Nixon; great grandparents, Starr Nixon, and Michael Colbert; great aunt, Amy Sue Pursley; several Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins also survive.

Memorial service will be held Saturday, April 12th, at 11:00 A.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Harold Helton officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

WESTBROOKS

REV. RODNEY L. WESTBROOKS, age 75, of Cave Spring, Georgia, passed away Saturday morning, April 5, 2025, in a Rome hospital. Born in Summerville, Georgia, on September 2, 1949, He was a son of the late Leory and Angeline Romie Westbrooks. Mr. Westbrooks was Member, Minister, and Song Leader for the Church of the Living God, and self - employed brick mason. In addition to Parents was preceded in death by a sister, the late Christeen Franklin and brothers, the late David and Danny Westbrooks.

Surviving are His wife, Gail Westbrooks; daughter, Brenda Charlene Westbrooks; sons, Jimmy Dale Westbrooks and Timmy Wayne Westbrooks; step sons, Danny, Mike, and David Bray; brother, Jacky Westbrooks; Six Grandchildren, Eight Great Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 8th, at 1 P.M. from the Church of The Living God with Rev. Thomas Matthews, Rev. Bobby Champion, and Rev. Steve Kelly officiating, interment in Bush Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Jackie Rogers, Cody McGraw, Jay Champion, Mark Champion, Rickie Smith, Jamie Johnston, Tim Johnston, and Daniel Jackson; Honorary Pallbearer Jackie Womack. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11 A.M. until 1 P.M., at the Church.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

HESTER

MR. DANNY LANE HESTER, SR., age 54, of Alabama Street-Trion, Georgia, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025, in a Rome, hospital following an illness. Danny was born in Salome, Arizona on April 25, 1970, a son of the late Tommy Glenn Hester and Glenda Kay Dye Hester. He was a member and Deacon Chairman for the Harrell Street Church of God of the Union Assembly. Danny was well known in the community as Jazzy the Balloon Artist, Gishamer the Magician, and Homer “Da” Clown. He loved being involved with church VBS, plays, and ect, and always enjoyed spending time with his family. Danny will be sorely missed in so many places and by many people. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by father, C. D. (Tiny) Long, siblings, Tommy Glenn Hester, Jr., Karen Hester, and Gevetta Samples.

Surviving are wife, Jean Hester; sons, Danny (DJ) Hester and Tanner Hester; mother, Judy Long; sisters, Melissa (Thomas) Hamilton and Retta (Stephen) Sprayberry; brothers, Charlie Long and LeBron (Corrinna) Long, Michael Butler, Jessie Butler, Sonny (Devin) Jones; granddaughter, Micah Ellis; 2 Aunts; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 2nd, at 1:00 P.M. from the Harrell Street Church of God of the Union Assembly with Rev. Denny Smith, Rev. LeBron Long, Rev. Kenny Payne , and Rev. Rocklan Hughes officiating, interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Active Pallbearers Aaron Long, Sam Roberts, Mikie Jones, Eric Mann, Josh Smalley, Barry Tanner, Sam Eldridge and Cody Betts. The Family will receive friends Tuesday evening at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home from 6 until 8 P.M. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Floyd Atrium ICU, especially Dr. Brock Jr. and Jordan and Ashley, nurses.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Danny Lane Hester, Sr. who passed away Sunday afternoon.

McCOLLUM

MISS ANN MCCOLLUM, age 69, of Church Street Trion, Georgia passed away Monday morning at her residence. Born in Trion on June 10, 1955, She was the daughter of Clifford (Tip) Wesley and Edith Morrow McCollum. Ann was a Loving Sister and Great Aunt, always thinking of others, before herself. She was a graduate of Trion High School, a member of Trion First Baptist Church for 60 years and Church Pianist for 40 years; prior to retirement was Bank Teller for Regions Bank.

Surviving are brother and sister-in-law, Johnny and June McCollum; companion, Terry Hawkins; nieces, Emily (Travis) Poole and Laura (Steven) Butler; great nieces, Ella and Lola Poole; great nephews, Noah, Caleb, Daniel, and James Butler; special cousins, Jim and Michelle Allie and Greg Morrow; many Special Friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 27th, at 3:00 P.M. from the Trion First Baptist Church with Pastor Casey Bramlett officiating, interment in West Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Tom Morrow, Danny Carlock, Doug Carlock, David Carlock, Travis Poole, and Steven Butler. Visitation will be at Trion First Baptist Church Thursday from 1 until 3 P.M.; in lieu of flowers please send contributions to the Trion First Baptist Church in honor of Ann.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Miss Ann McCollum, who passed away Monday.

MILLER

MR. EMMETT WAYNE MILLER—-April 4, 1944—November 18, 2022

Emmett was born in Rome, Georgia and was the only child of Maddie Sue Easter and Bennett Layfette Miller. Emmitt grew up outside of Summerville and was standout football player in the Summerville High School and graduated in 1962. After graduation He entered the United States Marine Core and was part of the 1st Radio Battalion, who were the first “boots” on the ground in Vietnam. After three tours in Vietnam and four years of service, Emmett was discharged from the Marine Core and Started a lengthy career with the CIA, (1967-1997), upon retirement from the CIA, Emmett and Elaine bought a 90 years house in Menlo and Spent their retirement years traveling,         relaxing, and renovating their house in Menlo.


MARION ELAINE MILLER—-January 15, 1943-- December 4, 2024

Elaine was born in Rome, Georgia and was the third child of Horace Glen Patterson and Annie Maxine Phillips. Elaine grew up in Gore and was very close with her aunts and uncles. Elaine was a cheerleader, played basketball, and graduated from the Summerville High School in 1961. After a few years working in Summerville, Elaine and Emmett got married and moved to California, Elaine also enjoyed a lengthy career in the CIA (1970-1997) and retired the same year as her husband Emmett. In retirement Elaine was part of Several social clubs in Summerville and surrounding areas.

A service of Remembrance for Emmett and Elaine Miller will be held Sunday, March 30th –2:00 P.M. at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.