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Mr. David Spradley

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Mr. David “Randy” Spradley, age 72, of Rockmart, GA passed away Monday, September 28, 2020.

Mr. Spradley was born on November 13, 1947 in Bartow County. He was a truck driver by trade, but enjoyed riding motorcycles in his free time. He loved the outdoors, yard work and politics. Randy was especially proud to be a member of the Shriners Motor Corps.

Mr. Spradley was preceded In death by his parents, Charles Spradley and Verbia Vaughn Spradley; three brothers: Charles Spradley, Troy Spradley, and Dan Spradley; sister, Joyce Shatcher; daughter, Lorie Casey; and a grandson, Matthew Casey.

Survivors include two daughters: Lynn Parris (Chuck), and Mandy McCall (Chuck); six grandchildren: Randie Taylor, Brandon Parris, Alisha Houk, Crystal Houk, Kayla Casey Getz, and Mark Casey; twelve great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerry Spradley; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will receive friends Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 12 Noon until 2:00 PM at Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home.

The Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements for Mr. David “Randy” Spradley.


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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