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Jerry “Mac” McCarthy

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Mr. Jerry “Mac” McCarthy

Mr. Jerry “Mac” McCarthy, age 88, of Aragon, Georgia, passed away Wednesday afternoon, September 17, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. McCarthy was born on April 22, 1937, in Beach, North Dakota, to the late Francis John McCarthy and Mary Ueckert McCarthy.

A longtime resident of Aragon, Georgia, Jerry was a proud veteran of the United States Army and a master mechanic known for his exceptional skill and dedication. Before retiring, he served as a maintenance supervisor with Bundy Corporation. Jerry had a deep love for working with his hands, particularly in woodworking, and was a devoted member of the Catholic faith.

In addition to his parents, Mr. McCarthy is preceded in death by wife, Clara Mae Braden McCarthy; brother, Nicholas McCarthy; great-grandson, Tanner McConnell; brothers-in-law, Sammy Phillips, Larry Tipler, Norman Granberry, Al Hauth, and Dave Davis.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Dollie McCarthy, whom he married on April 7, 1979; five children, Maureen Grace Akins (John), Alison McCarthy Clay (Gregg), Susan Avant (W.B.), Betty Jane Powell, and Barbara Ann Player (Ron); seven grandchildren, Alex, Chelsea, Hailey, Beth, Bill, Cutina, and Mandy; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Loretta (Edward) Ptaschek, Carol McCarthy, Susie Hauth, Vivian Tipler, Sheila (Tom) Lewandowski, Kevin (Deborah) McCarthy, Tracey (Jim) Dingess, Pauline Phillips, and Kurt (Judy) McCarthy; sister-in-law, Carolyn Davis. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services for Jerry will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 2:00 pm, in the Chapel of Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery with Brown-Wright Post 12 of the American Legion Honor Guard in charge of military graveside rites.

Jerry’s family will receive friends at Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 23rd from 12:00 noon until the service hour.

in lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Tanner’s Blanket Buddies, c/o Earles Pentecostal Holliness Church, 40 Sandpiper Road, Andrews, SC, 29510

Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Jerry “Mac” McCarthy.


Tony Ray Taylor


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Mr. Tony Ray Taylor

Mr. Tony Ray Taylor, age 73, of Rockmart, GA, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026.

Mr. Taylor was born in Marietta, Georgia, on November 10, 1952, a son of the late William Albert Taylor and the late Eunice Purser Taylor.

Tony spent most of his life in Kennesaw, where he was a resident for 48 years, before moving to Rockmart two and a half years ago. After relocating, he attended Victory Baptist Church.

Tony found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved spending time outdoors fishing and tending to his garden, and he especially enjoyed grilling and barbecuing for family and friends. These moments, filled with laughter and togetherness, were where Tony was most at peace and happiest.

In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by a daughter, Tina Marie Maner, and a brother, Roy Taylor.

Tony is survived by his loving wife of over 50 years, Lana Turner Taylor; daughter, Lisa Taylor; son, Michael Taylor; grandchildren, Emily Potts, Sophie Maner, Colin Douglas, Kaitlyn Taylor, and Grayson Douglas; sister, Edna (CW) Knight. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services for Tony will be held on Wednesday afternoon, January14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Barry Snapp officiating.

Tony’s family will receive friends at Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. until the service hour.

Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Tony Ray Taylor.

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