A night of laughter, stories, and deep appreciation as Rome gathered to celebrate Frank Barron’s enduring impact.
On October 16, the Rome Rotary Club hosted the Rome Rotary Roast of Frank Barron at the Forum River Center. It was a perfect blend of light-hearted jabs and heartfelt tributes to one of Rome’s most beloved business and community leaders.Headlined by former Georgia Governor and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, the event — emceed by Bob Berry — was attended by hundreds of guests who heard stories highlighting Barron’s business legacy, philanthropy, and civic contributions.The event raised between $35,000 and $40,000 for the Rome Rotary Scholarship Program, with organizers hoping to make it an annual tradition.
