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Rocky Lee Tullis

1971 - 2025

Rocky Lee Tullis obituary, 1971-2025, Mt. Airy, GA

BORN

1971

DIED

2025

FUNERAL HOME

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home

175 VFW Post Road

Cornelia, Georgia

Rocky Tullis Obituary

Rocky Lee Tullis, 54, of Mount Airy, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Gainesville, Georgia.
Born on May 28, 1971, in Toccoa, Rocky was the son of Jerry and Teresa Tullis of Mount Airy and the late Nancy Wade Browning.
A dedicated professional, Rocky work-ed for Kelkad Project Management where he was known not only for his exceptional skills but also for his unwavering commitment to helping others. His colleagues admired him for his ability to tackle any challenge as he possessed a remarkable knack for fixing anything that came his way. Beyond his career, Rocky took immense pride in helping those around him, always lending a hand and offering his expertise without hesitation.
Rocky's personality was marked by a genuine warmth and determination. He could often be found tinkering in his workshop, immersed in various projects that allowed him to express his creativity and passion for craftsmanship. Those quiet moments in his shop were a true reflection of his character - dedicated, thoughtful, and alive with purpose. Rocky was a member of Mount Airy Baptist Church and attended New Vision Worship Center.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Harlan and Fannie Mae Burgess Tullis; maternal grandparents, Woodrow B. and Freder Roberts Wade; uncle, Melvin Tullis; and aunt, Phyllis Stanich.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Edwina Simmons Tullis, whose partnership brought joy and strength to his life. Rocky was a proud father to his daughters, Christina Cody and Chassatie Swain (Jacob); grandchildren, Brantlee, Camden, Jax, Wyatt, E.J., Emma; a grandchild that is on the way; step-sister, Jana Osteen; aunts, Eva Mae Tyler and Frances Tullis; cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2025, from the chapel of McGahee-Griffin and McEntire with Rev. John Huebner and Rev. Mickey Umbehant officiating. Interment will follow in the Eastview Cemetery in Mount Airy.
The family received friends at the funeral home from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
An online guest registry is available for the Tullis family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com.
McGahee-Griffin and McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Northeast Georgian on Jul. 9, 2025.

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McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home

175 VFW Road, Cornelia, GA 30531

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2:00 p.m.

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home

175 VFW Road, Cornelia, GA 30531

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175 VFW Post Road PO Box 725, Cornelia, GA 30531

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