Obituaries from the Weekend, November 8, 2025 E-Edition

Runette Bearden

Runette Lillie Bearden, 91, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. She was born on August 8, 1934, to the late Walter “Brownie” and Lula Hartley Fuller. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Alecia Bearden.

Runette was a faithful Christian and devoted her time to serving the Lord. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Runette is survived by her loving husband of 72 years, Rev. Lamar Bearden; sons and daughter-in-law, Larry Bearden, Lynn and Mary Bearden; daughter and son-in-law, Gail and Steve Carroll; sister, Barbara Ralston; grandchildren, Jonathan Carroll, Matthew Carroll, Silas Carroll, Andrew Bearden, and Adeline Bearden; great-grandchildren, Emma, Lily, Zeke, Sophia, and Kinsley Carroll; special nephews, Jason Ralston and Matt Bell. Other nieces, nephews, and relatives survive.

The family will receive friends on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM from New Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Andrew Bearden, Rev. Gene Smith, and Rev. Gary Hibberts officiating. Burial will follow in Fain Cemetery. Pallbearers are Jonathan Carroll, Matthew Carroll, Silas Carroll, Andrew Bearden, Zeke Carroll, and Steve Carroll. Her granddaughters will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Her body will lie in state from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Saturday at the church.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Runette Lillie Bearden.

Carolyn Cochran

Carolyn Cochran, 80, of Calhoun, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. She was born on April 13, 1945 to the late Farris and Mary Shepherd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Brent Cochran.

Carolyn was a successful realtor, and prior to retirement, worked at Flipper McDaniel and Associates. She was a member of Belmont Baptist Church.

Carolyn is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Clifford “Pete” Cochran; son and daughter-in-law, Brett and Charma Cochran; grandchildren Andrew Cochran and Maggie (Cooper) Smith.

The family will receive friends on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 at 3 p.m. from the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Chandler Cemetery. Pallbearers serving are Flipper McDaniel, Clay Baker, Jeff Baker, Jonathan Parker, Dereck Weaver and Cooper Smith. Honorary pallbearers are Sidney Abernathy, Terry Brumlow, Kenneth Abernathy, Randy Abernathy, Danny Dobson, Michael Parker and Sammy Mize.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Carolyn Cochran.

Rosalina Herrera

Rosalina Herrera, age 65 of Rome, GA, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Harborview Rome.
Rosalina was born on September 12, 1960 in Guastatoya El Progreso, Guatemala, daughter of the late Gilberto de Leon Morales and Ester Reyes Oliva. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by: her husband, Hugo Herrara Veliz.

Rosalina is survived by: one son, Erick J. Herrera; four daughters, Dilma L. Herrera, Helyn M. Herrera, Marelyn M. Herrera, and Debura R. Herrera; and fourteen grandchildren.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 5 PM until 8 PM at Iglesia De Dios Pentecostal Church.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 8 PM at Iglesia De Dios Pentecostal Church with Aroldo Mijangos officiating.

You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Rosalina Herrera.

Rosalina Herrera, de 65 años, de Rome, GA, falleció el viernes 31 de octubre de 2025 en Harborview Rome.

Rosalina nació el 12 de septiembre de 1960 en Guastatoya El Progreso, Guatemala, hija del difunto Gilberto de León Morales y Ester Reyes Oliva. Además de sus padres, también la precedieron en la muerte: su esposo, Hugo Herrara Veliz.

A Rosalina le sobreviven: un hijo, Erick J. Herrera; cuatro hijas, Dilma L. Herrera, Helyn M. Herrera, Marelyn M. Herrera y Debura R. Herrera; y catorce nietos.

La familia recibirá a sus amigos el sábado 8 de noviembre de 2025 de 5 p.m. a 8 p.m. en la Iglesia Pentecostal de Dios.

Los servicios funerarios se llevarán a cabo el sábado 8 de noviembre de 2025 a las 8 p.m. en la Iglesia Pentecostal Iglesia De Dios con Aroldo Mijangos oficiando.

Puede dejar las condolencias en línea de la familia en www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

A Thomas Funeral Home se le ha confiado con orgullo el cuidado de Rosalina Herrera.

Thelma Parker

Thelma Sue Parker, age 70 of Fairmount, GA, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at her residence.

Thelma was born on November 17, 1954 in Gordon County, GA, the daughter of the late William Melvin Dutton and Nellie Jo Evans Dutton. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by: her grandmother, Emily Cook Evans; and brother, Robert Lamar Sluder. She enjoyed riding motorcycles and working with her hands. Thelma was a hard worker who loved and always took care of her family and her animals.

Thelma is survived by: two sons, Glenn Parker and Shane Greeson; two daughters, Melissa Sue Parker and Mary Ann Bradford; and grandchildren, Mitchell Parker and his family, Rhonda Goforth and her family, and Hailey Parker Gliddon and her family.

Private Services will be held at a later date.

You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Thelma Sue Parker.

Glenda Stone

Glenda Helen Stone, age 75 of Plainville, GA, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center.

Glenda was born on July 23, 1950 in Heartland, Maine, daughter of the late Glendon Joseph Thibodeau and Helen Bradford Thibodeau. She was also preceded in death by: her husband, Troy Dean Stone; two sons, Eric Stone and Rocky Stone; and brother, Glendon Thibodeau.

Glenda loved her job as a Registered Nurse and worked for hospitals in Calhoun, Dalton, and Rome. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and enjoyed eating at Longhorn Steakhouse.

Glenda is survived by: one son, Troy L. Stone; two daughters, Tia Hines and her husband Barry and Talesha Domingo; five grandchildren, Colby Stone, Lucas Stone, Raelyn Stone, Ryder Stone, and Brook (John) Kimsey; two brothers, Richie Thibodeau and his wife Henrietta and Dennie Thibodeau; and two sisters, Patsy Edmonds and Lori Hubbard and her husband Ken.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 3 PM until 8 PM at Thomas Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2 PM from the Chapel of Thomas Funeral Home with Reverend Michael Stone and Reverend Edgar Stone officiating. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery of Ludville.

You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Glenda Helen Stone.

Levi Walker, Sr.

Levi Laney Walker, Sr., 93, of Resaca, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. He was born in Iuka, Mississippi, on April 22, 1932, to the late Eugene and Nancy Walker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Laney Walker, Jr.

He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa (Mark) Wright, LaJuana (Tim) Reed; grandchildren, Amanda (Jonathan) Smith, John (Mary) Wright, Clark (Kira) Wright, Hope (Jordan) Tallent, Joshua Reed, Patrick (Sharon) Reed, LeFaith (Dean) Gentry; out of a family of 15 children, he is survived by three sisters, Joy Smith, Florine Walker, Ollie Walker; several great-grandchildren also survive.

Levi proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He loved to talk to people and share memories of his days in the Air Force. He was a storyteller and would talk about his family and his childhood. He was also a prankster and always had a trick up his sleeve. He was a member of Resaca Assembly of God.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM from the chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Burns officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Hall Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers serving are Joshua Reed, John Wright, Clark Wright, William Trosclair, Dean Gentry, and Jonathan Smith.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Levi Laney Walker, Sr.