Chattooga Florist

10/15/2026

For her wedding day, a bride wanted to honor someone who couldn't be there.
This wasn't just any guitar. It was her daddy's guitar, complete with his name scratched into the wood.
Using flowers provided by the family, I had the privilege of creating a tribute that allowed something so personal to become part of her wedding day.
Some things are simply too meaningful to be replaced. And sometimes, flowers help us tell the stories our hearts never forget.

10/15/2026

10/14/2026

Growing up, I remember going to the funeral home for a visitation and seeing flowers
everywhere.
Standing sprays lined the walls. Baskets and arrangements filled the tables. There were flowers
from family, friends, neighbors, churches, coworkers and local businesses.
Sometimes it seemed like there wasn't an empty spot left in the room.
But what I remember most wasn't really the flowers. It was what they represented.
Every arrangement meant someone had stopped what they were doing and said, in their own
way:
“We're thinking about you.”
“We're hurting with you.”
“Your loved one mattered.”
“You're not alone.”
Today, I sometimes walk into a visitation and see only two or three floral arrangements, and I've
found myself wondering:
When did we stop sending flowers?
Times have changed. Funeral traditions have changed. And there are many beautiful and
meaningful ways to honor someone's life.
But I hope we never forget why generations before us sent flowers.
They weren't simply decorations for the funeral home. They
were visible expressions of love in a
room filled with grief.
At Chattooga Florist, we think that's a tradition worth remembering.
Honoring every life with beauty, compassion, and care.

"Do you remember when funeral homes were filled with flowers? I'd love to hear your memories in the comments."

10/14/2026

Ms. Linda Mae Peace, age 81, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at her residence in Cartersville, Georgia. Ms. Peace was an “off and on” resident of Summerville, Georgia for most of her life prior to moving to Cartersville.

Linda was born in Abilene, Texas to the late William Panting and Neva Jean Thompson Panting on January 20, 1945. In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Peace; sister, Melva Lee Culp and a brother, Eldron Panting.

Ms. Peace is survived by her children, Marvin Peace (Yuniko); Terry Peace (Natasha); William Peace (Prissy); Russell Peace (Sandra); 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

According to the family’s wishes Ms. Peace is to be cremated and no services are planned at this time.

Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to be serving the family of Ms. Linda Mae Peace who passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026.

10/14/2026

Gwen Moore, age 78, departed this life on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, peacefully in her sleep during a brief stay at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation in Summerville, Georgia.

Gwen was born in Trion, GA on July 27, 1948. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie W. Hill and Ailean Starkey Hill. She was also preceded in death by her ex-husband, Oval Moore.

Gwen was a graduate of Trion High School. She spent part of her early career in Atlanta in the traffic court. Afterwards, she returned to Trion and dedicated the majority of her career working many years at Mt Vernon Mills, as weaving department secretary where she developed lifelong friendships and loved many like family. She was also a member of the Quarter Century Club. Gwen enjoyed reading and amassed an extensive library. She also loved cats and animals of all kinds and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Gwen leaves behind a legacy of love and friendship. She is survived by her brother and sister in law Tommy and Tina Hill (Trion), a beloved nephew Jamey Hill (Powder Springs), nephews Eric Smith, Jim Brooks, and Bode Brooks, niece Zoe Brooks, Aunt Sylvia Starkey (Trion) and several cousins in addition to many special friends including Sindy and Rick Bishop (SC), Sean and Amanda Bishop (SC), Nicole and Jimmy Cannizzario (SC), Reginald and Linda Dowdy (AL) and Diana Collins (Trion).

A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held at Mason Funeral Home on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M.

Private inurnment will be held at a later date at the West Hill Cemetery in Trion, alongside her beloved parents.

All who knew Gwen will greatly miss her cheerful and kind heart. Gwen’s sweet spirit will live on in our hearts and memories, and she will forever be a source of love and inspiration to us all.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

10/12/2026

Come help us celebrate the beginning of a new chapter for us in my hometown. Shop opens at 9am with refreshments and ribbon cutting at 1pm. I also excited to be able to share the things I've learned from all across the country over the last 30 years with the community I grew in.

10/12/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Martha Dawson, Jan Burrage McGhee, Mandy Noles, Sandy Hubbard, Lynn Collins, Dawn R. Anderson, Tammy Torrez, Debra Wester, Michaelandjudy Morrison, Debbie Prince, Nilma Burrage, Missy Wilson, Cynthia Burrage Roach, Kathy Blanton, Dwight Blalock