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Benjamin “Karl” Lindsey

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Mr. Benjamin “Karl” Lindsey

Mr. Benjamin “Karl” Lindsey, age 61, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025.

Mr. Lindsey was born August 13, 1963, in Cedartown, Georgia, son of Benjamin Newton Lindsey and Joan Packer Lindsey. 

Mr. Lindsey proudly served his country in the United States Army. He had a passion for collecting and shooting guns, enjoying both as a hobby and a way to connect with others. He was also an avid football fan and reader.

In the kitchen, Mr. Lindsey was a talented cook who loved creating delicious meals for those he cared about. He was a dedicated deacon at Shiloh Baptist Church for many years. He was a devoted and caring husband, father, and grandfather.

Above all, Mr. Lindsey was most proud of his granddaughters. He adored them deeply and cherished every moment spent with them.

Mr. Lindsey was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Terry Harrell. 

Mr. Lindsey is survived by his beloved wife, Mrs. Karen Lindsey; children: Kaleb Lindsey, and Korey Lindsey and his wife, Trish; god daughter, Angel Dawn Harrell; dearly loved granddaughters: Eleanor Grace “Ellie Grace” Lindsey, and Olivia Joan “Livi Jo” Lindsey; parents: Benjamin and Joan Lindsey; brother, Kirk Lindsey and his wife, Kim; mother-in-law, Diane Harrell; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM at Shiloh Baptist Church with Brother Jamie Newsome officiating. Eulogies will be given by Kory Lindsey and Dennis Harrell. Military Rites will be provided by Brown-Wright Post 12 Honor Guard. 

Mr. Lindsey’s family will receive friends also on Sunday at Shiloh Baptist Church from 2:00 PM until the service hour. 

The Smith & Miller Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Benjamin “Karl” Lindsey. 


Johnny “Mike” Whitfield


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Mr. Johnny “Mike” Whitfield

Mr. Johnny “Mike” Whitfield, age 77, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026.  

He was born on March 27, 1948. He was the son of the late John Parker Whitfield and Edith Ann Whitfield Willingham. 

Mr. Whitfield is survived by his son, Brian Whitfield and several other extended family members. 

Mr. Whitfield is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Renee Willingham Whitfield and brother, Howard Glenn Whitfield. 

A graveside service for Mr. Whitfield will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026 at two o’clock in the afternoon in the family lot in Polk Memory Gardens Cemetery with Rev. Danny Tucker officiating. 

Messages of condolence can be made to the family by visiting our website and signing the online guestbook at gammagefh.com.

The Olin L. Gammage and Sons Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted in the services for Mr. Johnny Mike Whitfield. 

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