Edward Junior Fennell Obituary
The passing of Edward Junior Fennell of Rockmart, Georgia occurred on October 16, 2026. Edward, born on September 28, 1937, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Edward Junior Fennell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Samuel Clifton Fennell and Gracie Elizabeth Holley Fennell; his son-in-law Buster Akins; and his siblings, Rev. S. C. Fennell, Eugene Fennell, James Fennell, Rev. Andy Fennell, Earnest Fennell, Mildred Weaver, Louise Forsyth, Vylee Chandler, Ruby Alexander and Doris Freeman.
He is survived by: his children, Susan Akins, Wayne Fennell (Michelle) and Larry Fennell (Michelle); his grandchildren, Andrea Crews, Heather Sims (Marieo), Amber Edwards (Zack), Courtney Ingram (Ty), Kevin Elsberry, Josh Elsberry (Lindsey) and Peyton Elsberry; and his sisters-in-law, Katie Fennell and Jean Fennell. He is also survived by 17 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great granddaughter.
Visitation was held on Monday, October 19th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home (304 W Elm St, Rockmart, GA 30153). The lying in state was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Springdale Baptist Church (425 Coots Lake Rd, Rockmart, GA 30153). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the same location.
