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Dr. Clyde Randall “Randy” Edwards

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Dr. Clyde Randall “Randy” Edwards

Dr. Clyde Randall “Randy” Edwards, age 71, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025. 

Dr. Edwards was born March 13, 1953, in Rome, Georgia, son of the late Clyde Marcus “Buddy” Edwards and Frances Edwards. 

Dr. Edwards always had a passion for helping others which led him into the medical field. He began his career as a Physician’s Assistant before going back to Medical School to become a doctor.

He was a member of the first class of graduating doctors at Mercer University School of Medicine. He was a skilled physician who worked in several Emergency Room Departments. Dr. Edwards moved to Cedartown in 1996, and after many years of serving his community in the medical field, he retired from the Emergency Room Department at Polk Medical Center.

After retirement, Dr. Edwards found much joy in spending his days on the farm. Dr. Edwards was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He leaves a legacy of compassion, steadfast determination, and love. 

In addition to his parents, Dr. Edwards is preceded in death by a beloved son, Chad Edwards; and siblings: Cathy Edwards and Linda Jackson, 

Dr. Edwards is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl Jann McClendon Edwards; son: Mark Edwards and his wife, Whitney; and grandchildren: Will Edwards, Jillian Edwards, Katelyn Edwards, Madison Edwards, Mackenzie Edwards, Emma Edwards, and Ian Edwards; siblings, Mary Furnace, and Gary Edwards. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There are no formal services planned at this time. 

The Smith & Miller Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Dr. Clyde Randall “Randy” Edwards. 


Bobbie Lumpkin


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Bobbie M. Lumpkin

Bobbie M. Lumpkin, age 84, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, following a brief illness.

Bobbie was born on February 27, 1942, in Rockmart, GA, the daughter of the late Cecil (Bud) Irwin and Cornelia Phillips Irwin. She lived all her life in Rockmart and was a graduate of Rockmart High School. She was a faithful member of Morning View Baptist Church, where she served many years as assistant pianist and taught youth classes and Vacation Bible School.

Bobbie was well known in the community for working with children. She taught at the preschool at the First Baptist Church in Rockmart from 1979 until 2002, serving as director for 12 years. After a brief retirement, Bobbie worked at the preschool at the First United Methodist Church. She was loved by all the children whose lives she touched, and they affectionately knew her as “Miss Bobbie.”

Bobbie enjoyed puzzles, shopping, and watching sporting events, especially the Atlanta Braves. She greeted everyone with a smile on her face and genuine love in her heart. She loved meeting people and visiting with her many friends. Bobbie never forgot any child she taught, and she loved reminiscing with them about their days in preschool. Above all, Bobbie loved being with her family. She was a devoted mother to her two sons, and adored her grandson, Andrew.

In addition to her parents, Bobbie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Billy L. Lumpkin, to whom she was married on March 1, 1958.

Survivors include her two sons, Rick Lumpkin (Pat), and Mark Lumpkin (Dena); grandson, Andrew Lumpkin; sister Carolyn Desley, sisters-in-law, Betty H. Lumpkin and Carolyn Stone (Randy), Shirley Lumpkin, and Betty Lumpkin; brother-in-law, Paul Bolstein; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mrs. Lumpkin will be held on Thursday, April 16. 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of the Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home with the Rev. Jeff Hulsey officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery.

Mrs. Lumpkin’s family will receive friends at Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home Wednesday evening, April 15, 2026, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.

Pall bearers will include Andrew Lumpkin, Rick Lumpkin, Mark Lumpkin, Allen Wilson, Alex Wilson, and JD Paramore.

Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Bobbie M. Lumpkin.

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