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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. 


Johnny Garrett


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Mr. Johnny G. Garrett

Mr. Johnny G. Garrett, age 79, of Rockmart, GA passed away at his home on Thursday, March 5, 2026, following an extended illness surrounded by family.

Johnny was born October 4, 1946, in Rockmart, GA, to the late Rev. Lawrence & Vivian Garrett.

On December 25, 1965, he married Faye Roberson and was blessed with 50 years of marriage. Having three sons; Mark (Donna) Garrett, Timothy (Tammy) Garrett, Matthew (Jessica) Garrett all of Rockmart. Grandchildren; Zachary (Karyl) Garrett, Elyse (Joey) Beck, Griffin (Emily) Garrett, Brady (Sydney) Garrett, Maggie Lawren Garrett and Gant Garrett. Great-grandchildren include Bella, Porter and Rosalie Garrett, Zoella and Scarlett Beck, Lyla Faye Garrett and Greer Garrett. Sisters; Martha (Max) Barber, Joyce (Tommy) Cooper, sister-in-law, Glenda Garrett. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives survive.

He was preceded in death by his wife Faye, his parents Lawrence & Vivian Garrett, and brother Charles G. Garrett

Johnny graduated from Rockmart High School, class of 1964.

He was a faithful and active member of Morning View Baptist Church. He loved his church and was fully dedicated to his Christian service. He served as Deacon, Ready Workers Sunday School Class Teacher, choir member, and in the past served in many other capacities. He was a charter member of National Cattleman’s Beef Association, Member of Polk County Cattlemen, Georgia Angus Association, American Angus Association and Georgia Cattleman’s Association.


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Johnny’s favorite past time was soul winning, painting, studying his Bible and spending time outside on his farm cutting grass and keeping the farm groomed. Johnny was a partner in Lawrence G. Garrett & Sons General Contractors and he was a licensed Architect for residential, commercial and church construction projects. He is currently owner of Buy Low Building Supply, Inc. located in Rockmart, GA.

The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon March 8th, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held Monday morning, March 9th, 2026, at 10:00 am at Rose Hill Cemetery with Rev. Jeff Hulsey officiating.

Pallbearers will include Zach Garrett, Griffin Garrett, Brady Garrett, Gant Garrett, Porter Garrett, Joey Beck, Donald Lester, Thomas Lester, Gary Ingram and Chris Cooper


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Honorary pallbearers will include The Ready Workers Sunday School Class and Deacons of Morning View Baptist Church.

Flowers will be accepted or memorial gifts can be made to Morning View Baptist Church Memorial Fund, Morning View Christmas Shoppe and Children’s Church to be equally divided.

Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Johnny G. Garrett.

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