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Caroline Virginia Griffin Broome

11/19/1940 - 02/08/2026

Obituary For Caroline Virginia Griffin Broome

MRS. CAROLINE VIRGINIA GRIFFIN BROOME- Age 85, - Of Decatur, Georgia and formerly of Dalton, Georgia, while surrounded by her loving family passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Mrs. Broome was born on November 19, 1940 to her late parents, Willie Benjamin Griffin and Pauline Davis Griffin. She was preceded by her husband, Willie Frank Broome, brothers, Hugh Gene Griffin, Robert Griffin, Davis Griffin, and Benjamin Brooks Griffin. Mrs. Broome was a Graduate of Emery Street School Class of 1960, member of Antioch Lithonia Baptist Church, and was a Supervisor at Frito Lays.

Survivors are her loving daughters, Latonda (Kenneth) Milner of Alpharetta, Georgia, Lynn (Michael) George of Ellenwood, Georgia, and Dr. Lonita Broome of Decatur, Georgia; seven grandchildren, Kenneth, Alexis (Jonathan), Dr. Bryan, Maya, Michael, Lauren, and Jada; great grandchildren, Cayden, Michael, Jr., Jaylin, Zyheir, and Journey; two sisters, Willa Faye Williams of Chicago, Illinois, Gladiola Griffin of Dalton, Georgia; sister-in-law, Joyce Broome of Decatur, Georgia; special nephew, Davis (β€œD. J.”) Griffin; Goddaughter, Patrice Brown Duncan; special niece, Veronica Purcell; special friend, Carmela Kidd; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, friends, her church family, caregivers, and Brightmoore Hospice.

Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Willis Funeral Home Chapel, 2011 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd., Dalton, Georgia 30721 on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00 P. M. with Rev. William Q. Watkins as the Eulogist. Interment, West Hill Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia.

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Kalato Holts sent Precious Heart Bouquet for Caroline Virginia Griffin Broome - February 13, 2026

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When peace like a river attendeth my way and sorrows lIke seas pillows roll Whatever my lot THOU has taught me to say it is well with my soul Indeed it is well with her soul Sleep on take your rest we love you but GOD loves you best

Marvin L Henderson

Heartfelt Condolences.May the love and support of family and friends bring you comfort today

Lois Percell

I deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss. May the Lord's presence be a source of comfort as you grieve. - LaKisha Thomas

LaKisha Thomas

You guys have my DEEPEST condolences. I have such fond memories of good times at Mama's house. Sending you positive energy and may peace be with you XOXO Love you - Rickye

Rickye

May the Lord continue to bless you and bring comfort to your heart.

Selena Anderson

Lynn, My prayers are yours. Angela

Angela Ortiz

Latonda,Lynn & Nita,

I'm sorry for your loss. Your mother was kind and had true beauty (because it started from within her). Hold onto the days you shared laughter, hugs and kisses with her. Your collective family & friends are here for you when you need us.

Anthony Andrews

Wishing you comfort in peace during this difficult time

Ann Taylor-Lawrence

With Sympathy to you and your family. "May you hold each other closely now, sharing remembrances that will always mean so much, recalling the special times that live on in your hearts...and may you provide comfort to each other, knowing that in time, your sorrow will lessen and only the precious memories will remain." Thank God for the opportunity to have met your mother Caroline. She was a precious soul. I love each of you, and you all are in my thoughts and prayers as always. As ever, with love, Bertha Jackson

Bertha Jackson and Family

Latonda, Lynn, Nita We know how much you loved and care for auntie Ginger. May the beautiful memories you shared bring you comfort. Her legacy lives on in the amazing women you are. We love you! The Griffin-Williams and Thompson Family

Sherry Williams

I'm praying for peace, comfort, and strength for each of you. May God hold you close, wrap you in His presence, and give you moments of joy even in the midst of grief. We love you all dearly.

Margaret Allen Caldwell

Deepest Sympathy Lots of memories on Gaston st in South Dalton. Many families united together and formed one big family that cared for one another. She will truly be missed. Sending lots of love ❀️ South Dalton Gang and friends.

Patsy McDade

With Deepest Sympathy Praying for the Griffin and Broom families. Pastor Charles Catchings and the Liberty Baptist church family and friends

Patsy McDade

My deepest sympathies during this difficult time. Family I am Thinking of all of you and wishing each of you, your own moments of peace, sending each of you strength and support.

Velina Weaver

I would like to offer my deepest condolences to Mrs Caroline broome and family it was a pleasure meeting you all and caring for a beautiful soul. She will truly be missed by everyone . Mom has earned her flowers to my sisters. May God give y'all the strength to endure this moment. Just know she's with you all in spirit smiling down because y'all did a awesome job of giving mom the best home care. mom as I called her will forever be in my heart πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ˜’

Shawn and family

Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver

Velina Weaver

My heart goes out to the family, may God continue to keep his loving arms around the family.

Vera Mcdonald

My condolences to the Griffin -Broome family ,Virginia as I called her was such a sweet and beautiful person from the first time I met her growing up in Dalton ,πŸ™πŸΏfor the family.

Vanessa Taylor-Perry

Lord Have Mercy.....there are simply no words sufficient to express me and my family, The Brown's sincere sympathy, prayers & condolences to the entire Broome & Griffin family! Mrs. Broome was like a second mother to me whose beauty was both internal & external; Lonita, Lynn & Latonda will continue to carry on her legacy of love, beauty, grace and kindness! Love Patrice, Mrs. Anne Brown, Twyanette, Jackie, Valeria & entire Brown family!πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ

Patrice Duncan

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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