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Hilda Sue Wells

Hilda Sue Wells

Oct 17, 2026

Hilda Sue Wells, age 69, of Chatsworth, Georgia, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Hilda was a lifelong member of the Church of God of the Union Assembly of Chatsworth. She retired from Textile Rubber, where she faithfully served as a bookkeeper for 27 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Polly (Jones)...

Fred Foster

Fred Foster

Oct 17, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Fred Foster, who departed this world peacefully on October 17, 2026, at The Health Center at Standifer Place in Chattanooga, TN. Born on January 1, 1950, in Pampa, TX, and raised in Oneida, TN, Fred’s journey through life was marked by resilience,...

Bolling Brown Thompson

Bolling Brown Thompson

Oct 16, 2026

Bolling Brown Thompson, age 76 of Dalton, passed away Friday, October 16th 2026 at Hamilton Medical Center.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at a later date. Dalton Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Bolling Thompson.

Thomas "Fish" Dunn

Thomas "Fish" Dunn

Oct 11, 2026

Thomas Edward “Eddie” Dunn, lovingly known by many as “Fish,” age 66, of Tunnel Hill, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, surrounded by his friends and family at his bedside at Hamilton Medical Center. Eddie’s gentle spirit, friendly nature, and willingness to help anyone in need made him a beloved presence in the community.

Eddie worked for many years at...

Eric Steed Hayes

Eric Steed Hayes

Oct 11, 2026

Eric Steed Hayes, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away at his residence on October 11, 2026, at the age of 57. He was born on August 30, 1969, in Dalton, and will be remembered with deep love by those who knew him.

Eric built a career as a District Manager for the Chattanooga Times. He was also known for the joy he...

Mary Helen White

Mary Helen White

Oct 10, 2026

Mary Helen White, 69, of Dalton, passed away at her residence on October 10, 2026. She was born in Dalton on October 5, 1957.

Mary will be remembered as a loving woman whose kindness touched many lives. She was funny and silly, a person who loved to laugh, have fun, and watch movies. She was the kind of person who would...

Annette Burchfield

Annette Burchfield

Oct 9, 2026

Annette Burchfield, born April 16, 1946, in Dalton, Georgia, passed away at her residence on October 9, 2026. She will be remembered as a strong woman, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and someone who would do anything for her family. Hardworking, selfless, and devoted to simple living, Annette leaves behind a life marked by love, steadiness, and care for...

Sherry Sue Johns

Sherry Sue Johns

Oct 6, 2026

Sherry Sue Johns, born August 28, 1951, in McCaysville, passed away on October 6, 2026, at AdventHealth Redmond.

Sherry will be remembered for the spirit she brought to those around her. She was spunky, funny, and straight to the point, and she could be a handful at times in a way that made her unforgettable to the people who knew and...

Barry Eugene Minter

Barry Eugene Minter

Oct 5, 2026

Barry Eugene Minter, 79, of Chatsworth, went to be with his Savior on October 5, 2026. 

Barry was born June 21, 1947 to Byron and Virginia Walker Minter in Marietta, Georgia. The son of an itinerant minister, Barry lived all over the state of Georgia, and once calculated that he attended 14 schools over the course of his life. 

In 1966, he...

Gumersinda Mendez Chiesa

Gumersinda Mendez Chiesa

Oct 4, 2026

Gumersinda Mendez Chiesa, born on January 13, 1938, in Puerto Rico, passed peacefully from this life on October 4, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly.

Gumersinda, also known as Heidi , was a woman of unwavering faith, a loving heart, and a strength that carried her and her family through life. She...

Amy Michelle Stewart Howard

Amy Michelle Stewart Howard

Oct 3, 2026

Amy Michelle Stewart Howard, born December 25, 1971, in Dalton, Georgia, passed away on October 3, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones. She will be remembered with deep love as a devoted wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, and friend whose presence brought comfort and strength to those around her.

Amy’s life was centered on her family. As a...

Charley Denton Wells

Charley Denton Wells

Sep 25, 2026

Charley Denton Wells was born in Dickenson County, Virginia, on May 22nd 1945 to the late Hobart Axel Wells and Evelyn Geraldine Daniels.

Denton's passion and love for his family was matched only by his faith in his heavenly father. The two most consequential moments of his life being when he married his wife, Betty on November 7th 1964 and when...

Doyle Davenport

Doyle Davenport

Sep 25, 2026

Doyle Davenport, age 81, of Tunnel Hill, GA, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Hamilton Medical Center. Born July 21, 1945, in Dalton, GA, he was the son of the late L.E. Davenport and Irene Barnett.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 3, 2026, in the Chapel of Dalton Funeral Home with Reverend Shane Pierce officiating. The family...

Bessie Jane Martin

Bessie Jane Martin

Sep 24, 2026

Bessie Jane Martin, passed away September 24, 2026. She was born October 2, 1933 in Rossville, GA, one of three children of the late Clarence Clements (C.C) & Minnie Fair Bullock. Jane was also preceded in death by her husband, Cleston Dale Martin, brother, Shelby Bullock, & sister, Nancy Ann Blakeman.

Jane attended Rossville High School where she was on the...

Sandra Rose Holcomb

Sandra Rose Holcomb

Sep 20, 2026

My dearly beloved Moma, Sandra Rose Holcomb, was called home by Our Heavenly Father on Sunday, September 20, 2026 after a brief illness.

Moma was the most loving, caring & courageous person I ever knew. She was my best friend and always there when needed I needed her for anything!!! She taught me everything I know about love for God, family...

Virginia Bagley Stinson

Virginia Bagley Stinson

Sep 17, 2026

Virginia Bagley Stinson, age 91, of Cohutta, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Center for Advanced Rehab at Parkside, surrounded by her loving family. 

Mrs. Stinson was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church and was the owner of Kitty Kasual for 20 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Albert” Stinson, who was the former...

Julia Marie Gibbons

Julia Marie Gibbons

Sep 12, 2026

Julia Marie “Marie” Gibbons, beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, sister, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born on June 18, 1957, in Summerville, Georgia, Marie was raised in Dawnville, where she learned the values of hard work, loyalty, and unconditional love. She spent most of her life working in textiles, but her greatest...

Johnny Carroll Odom

Johnny Carroll Odom

Sep 7, 2026

Johnny Caroll Odom, a devoted family man, loyal friend, and steady presence to all who knew him, went home to be with Jesus on Monday morning, September 7th, 2026. His life was marked by quiet strength, unwavering kindness, and a deep commitment to the people and places that shaped him.

Born with gentle spirit and a heart inclined toward service, Johnny...

Agnes Kathleen Souther

Agnes Kathleen Souther

Sep 6, 2026

Agnes Kathleen Souther, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on September 6, 2026, at AdventHealth Murray. Born on September 19, 1951, in Knoxville, Agnes will be remembered with love for the warmth she brought to those around her and for the special place she held in her family.

Agnes spent her working years in office work, carrying out her responsibilities with steady...

Harold James Newton

Harold James Newton

Sep 6, 2026

Harold James Newton, 80, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 6, 2026. 

Harold was born on May 3, 1946. He was preceded in death by wife, Patricia Tester Newton, his parents, Lester and Bethel Shuler Newton and his sister, Francis Stanley. 

Harold will be remembered by his sons, Roger and Tami Newton of Dalton, Brent and Mandy Newton...

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