Mr. Robert “Robin” Franklin Acree, age 81, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026. He was born on April 13, 1944 in Macon, Georgia. He was the son to the late Robert A. and Buena Salmon Acree.
Mr. Acree is survived by his loving wife, Susan Godwin Acree; daughter, Anna Mikes (Brad); sons Todd Acree and Ryan Acree (Annie); sisters, Carole Person, Loretta Harris (Wayne) and Ellen Hunter; grandchildren, Erin Putz (Brodie), Mitchell Mikes (Canon), Matthew Mikes, Brandon Mikes, Scarlett Acree and Stella Acree; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Putz and Nora Putz and several nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
In keeping with Mr. Acree’s wishes, he was cremated. A memorial service will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 at two o’clock in the afternoon at the Chapel at First Baptist Church of Cedartown with Rev. Wayne Benefield officiating.
The family of Mr. Acree will receive family and friends on Monday, February 9, 2026 from twelve o’clock in the afternoon until the memorial service hour at the First Baptist Church.
The family respectfully request that in lieu of flowers, that memorial contributions be made to the benevolence fund at First Baptist Church of Cedartown.
Messages of condolence can be made to the family by visiting and signing the online guestbook at gammagefh.com.
The Olin L. Gammage and Son Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the services for Mr. Robert Franklin Acree.
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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