Mary Broom Obituary

We announce the death of Mary Broom of Rome, Georgia, who passed away on October 11, 2026, at the age of 89. Mary will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Lester Bogart Owens, Sr. and Dorothy Irene Miller Owens; her husband James Austin Broom; her son James A. Broom, Jr.; and her brothers, Bobby Owens and Lester Owens, Jr..

She is survived by: her children, David Broom (Lori), Mark Broom (Neci) and Kim Perkins (Larry); her grandchildren, Jennifer Davis (Robert), Tommy Perkins (Joanna), Joshua Broom, Katy Steed (Zach), Harmony Handy (Charles), Jordan Broom (Kayle Steele), Jeffery Musselwhite (Catherine) and Kyle Musselwhite; her great grandchildren, Brandon Perkins, Bruce Shiflett, Bryce Shiflett, Maddison Perkins, Savannah Davis, Tre Davis, Caroline Steed, Scarlett Steed, Kaylie Casey and Mason Casey; and her sister Shirley Wright of Calhoun, GA..

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Oaknoll Chapel (2542 Shorter Ave, Rome, GA 30165). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.