Parnick Jennings Funeral Home

10/20/2026

Burial or cremation? How do you know which is right for your family?

It's a deeply personal decision, and there's no one-size-fits-all answer. From honoring family traditions to considering personal wishes and practical needs, there are several things worth thinking about.

We've put together 5 questions to help guide the conversation and make the decision a little easier.

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Remember, you don't have to make these decisions alone. Our team is always here to help you understand your options.

10/19/2026

Sara Jane Anderson

Sara Jane Anderson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center in Cartersville, Georgia. She was 75 years old. Born on Thursday, August 2, 1951, to Pearl Stansel Fortner and Charlie Fortner, Sara was a beacon of love and warmth to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Junior Fortner, her sister Virginia Fortner, sister-in-law Barbara...

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10/16/2026

What would happen to your photos, online accounts, and digital memories if something happened to you?

We spend years capturing moments, saving family photos, and building memories online, but few of us think about what happens to those things after we're gone.

Without a plan, loved ones could lose access to treasured photos, important documents, and memories that can't be replaced.

Our latest blog shares 7 simple steps to protect your digital legacy, including how to safeguard passwords, preserve meaningful memories, and make things easier for our family when it matters most.

It's an important part of planning ahead that you may have not considered.

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Digital legacy planning is the process of organizing your online accounts, digital assets, passwords, photos, documents, and instructions so the appropriate people know what should happen to them after your death.

10/16/2026

Bertie Louise Howren

Bertie Louise Howren, a cherished resident of Cartersville, GA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on Thursday, February 9, 1950, Bertie lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family and friends. Bertie was the beloved wife of Jerry Howren, with whom she shared a devoted marriage of 60 years. She was the proud mother of three children: Tina Proffitt (Chuck), Mitch Howren, and Timothy Howren. Her legacy continues...

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10/16/2026

Elizabeth Lockaby

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Lockaby, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who passed away peacefully on Monday, October 5th, 2026, in Cartersville, GA, at the age of 79. Elizabeth was born on Tuesday, June 10th, 1947, to Joel and Mary Parker in Cartersville, Georgia. She was a cherished daughter, sister, and later a devoted wife to the late Raymond Lockaby. Elizabeth was also predeceased by her parents and her brother, Joel...

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10/15/2026

Edward Whitney Vosburgh

Edward Whitney Vosburgh, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated educator, passed away on Thursday, October 15th, 2026, at the age of 81, in Cartersville, GA. Born on Thursday, March 15th, 1945, Edward spent his life serving his community, his country, and his family with unwavering commitment and love. A proud veteran, Edward served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War for almost two years, exemplifying his dedication to service early on. After his military service, he further...

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10/14/2026

Every person has a story worth telling, and every family has their own ideas about how that story should be honored. We take the time to listen, understand what matters most, and help bring those ideas together to make a meaningful tribute that truly reflects the life being remembered.

10/12/2026

Being part of a community means being there for one another, not just during life's most difficult moments, but in the everyday moments that bring us together. We take pride in the relationships we've built, the families we've come to know, and the trust our neighbors place in us. It's a responsibility we never take lightly and a connection we value beyond the services we provide.

10/12/2026

Yvonne Dolores Underhill

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10/12/2026

Alma Jean Ferrell

Alma Jean Ferrell, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Cartersville community, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on November 1, 1939, in Lepanto, Arkansas, Alma enriched the lives of all who knew her through her kindness, creativity, and warmth. Alma will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 26 years, Gary Ferrell. She was a proud and caring mother to Marshelle (Michael) Walker, Timothy Ferrell, and Michael Shannon....

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