Howell “Hal” Edward Cheatham passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at his residence. He was born December 6, 1937, in Lawrence County, to James Frank Cheatham and Ruby Mae Rodgers Cheatham.
He was employed by Georgia Highway Express, as a Truck Driver, prior to his retirement. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
Preceding him in death were his wife, Wilma L. Cheatham, his parents, a brother- Roger Cheatham, and a sister Faye Waugh.
Survivors include:
Daughters – Deborah C. Ward (Larry), and
Lisa Cheatham,
Sons- Steven Cheatham (Sandy),
David Cheatham,
Phillip Cheatham,
Brother – Hoyt Cheatham (Joyce),
Brother-in-law – Charles Waugh,
Sister-in-law – Vicki Cheatham,
Nine Grandchildren and
Eighteen Great Grandchildren
and a host of nieces and nephews.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Peck Funeral Home
