Sammy "Sam" Raford Hamrick
Aug 17, 2026
Sammy "Sam" Hamrick, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away at his residence on August 17, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on February 11, 1944, in Calhoun, Georgia, Sam built a life defined by devotion to his family, a passion for lifelong hobbies, and a kindness that touched all who knew him.
Sammy was a proud...
Janice Dianne Faulknor
Aug 17, 2026
Janice Dianne Brookshire Faulknor died Monday, August 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Edmond Brookshire, Dorothy Head Brookshire Mershon, and James Franklin Mershon; brothers, Lloyd Edward (Mary Gentry Brookshire), Mildred Ann Brookshire McDowell, and William (Dester) Brookshire; and great-granddaughter Amelia Rae Faulknor.
She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years,...
Randall Lamar Tate
Aug 17, 2026
Mr. Randall Lamar Tate, age 55, of Cohutta, Ga, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026. He was born on September 1, 1970. Randy was a truck driver for many years; he enjoyed being on the road. He was a loving father and grandfather; he liked telling dad jokes just to see you smile.
Randy was survived by his wife Brandy...
Emilia Rendon Casas
Aug 16, 2026
Emilia Rendon Casas, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 16, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on January 5, 1937, in Ojitos, Juan Aldama, Zac, Mexico, she brought light and warmth to all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Emilia’s life was defined by her unwavering devotion to her family. She...
Garry Layman
Aug 16, 2026
Mr. Garry Layman, age 72, of Chatsworth, Ga, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026. He was born on March 3, 1954. Garry was preceded in death by his wife, Frankie June Layman; parents, Hershel and Rosine Layman; grandchild, Candace Gilliam; brother, Roger Layman; and sister, Ruth McGill.
Garry was a mechanic and enjoyed woodworking, and was a deacon at Immanuel...
Betty Taylor Watkins
Aug 12, 2026
Betty Taylor Watkins, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 12, 2026, at Hamilton Medical Center. She was born on May 8, 1947, in Shoal Creek, North Carolina, and throughout her 79 years, she touched the lives of all who knew her with her gentle spirit and boundless care for others.
Betty was the cherished wife of Coye...
Timothy S. Mills
Aug 9, 2026
Mr. Timothy S. Mills, age 51, of Dalton, Ga, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026. He was born on September 20, 1974. Mr. Mills was preceded in death by his Mother, Viola Trammell; fiancé`, Sherry Smith; and brother, Jeff Mills.
Tim enjoyed riding motorcycles, hunting, fishing, and being in the outdoors with his family. He will be missed by all...
JoAnn Parker
Aug 5, 2026
JoAnn Parker, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026, at Common Spirit Memorial North Georgia. Born in Dalton, Georgia, on November 8, 1945, JoAnn was, throughout her eighty years, the radiant heart of her family and a gentle light in her community.
JoAnn's life was beautifully entwined with her hometown of Dalton, where...
Russell Lamar Patterson
Aug 3, 2026
Mr. Russell Lamar Patterson, age 68, of Cohutta, Ga, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026. He was born on August 20, 1957. Mr. Patterson was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy Patterson; parents, Elden Patterson and Joyce Brown; grandchild, Christa Pritchett; sister, Donna Patterson.
Mr. Patterson proudly served in the United States Army where he received a National Defense...
Stephanie Michelle Bowling
Aug 2, 2026
Stephanie Michelle Bowling, beloved daughter, sister, cherished friend, and devoted mother, passed away on August 2, 2026, at Hamilton Medical Center, surrounded by those who loved her most. Born on December 25, 1992, in Dalton, Georgia, Stephanie brought joy and warmth to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
To everyone around her, Stephanie was a beacon of love and...
Dennis Jerome Parmer
Aug 1, 2026
Dennis Jerome Parmer, beloved family man, passed away on August 1, 2026, at Regency Health and Rehab. He was born on April 24, 1951, in Troup, Georgia, and throughout his seventy-five years, Jerome left a legacy marked by loyalty to family, and his genuine kindness toward all who knew him.
Jerome built a career defined by hard work. He served as...
Charles Shane Masters
Jul 30, 2026
Charles "Shane" Masters, age 46, passed away July 30, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. His passing leaves a tremendous void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Shane was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Gina, and a proud father to his children, Makenzi, Mason and Maddox. His family was the center of his world...
Linda Faye Cartwright
Jul 25, 2026
Ms. Linda Faye Cartwright, age 65, of Chatsworth, Ga, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026. She was born on August 18, 1960. Ms. Cartwright was preceded in death by her parents, John and Zella Mae Daughtrey; grandson, Ethan; and brother, Jack Daughtrey. Linda was a ginseng hunter, an animal lover, and she couldn’t say no! The thing she loved...
Earnest Ray Mann
Jul 24, 2026
Mr. Earnest Ray Mann, age 56, of Dalton, Ga, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026. He was born on August 31, 1969. Mr. Mann was preceded in death by his parents, William Mann and Exie Chastain. Earnest loved working on big and small engines, listening to music, singing, camping and riding dirt bikes and spending time with family and...
Edna Michelle McClintock
Jul 23, 2026
Ms. Edna Michelle McClintock, age 48, of Dalton, Ga, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026. She was born on November 11, 1977. Edna was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Padgett; daughter, London McClintock; mother, Betty Bryant; and sister, Malissa Blodget.
Ms. McClintock is survived by her son, Austi Bryant; daughters, Brooklyn Rose, Brittaney Pollock (Devon), and Kevlyn Hood;...
Mary Rose Quinn Jones
Jul 22, 2026
With a heart way to big for this world. Mary Rose Quinn Jones was born August 7, 1931 in Cleveland, TN. She departed this life Jully 22, 2026 at her home with her family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Margaret and Roy Quinn, husband, Wayne Jones, daughters, Benda “Kay” Glover, Linda Fowler, son, Jerry Jones, sisters, Shirley...
Kathy Elaine Elrod
Jul 21, 2026
Mrs. Kathy Elaine Boyd Elrod, age 69, of Chatsworth, Ga, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. She was born on February 26, 1957. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Sadie Boyd; sisters, Virginia and Silvers (Bill), and Mary Ann Bryson (Bobby).
Kathy was a very peaceful lady, and she was the one the family would run...
Gregory Henry Scott "Psycho Scott" Dale
Jul 15, 2026
Gregory Henry Scott “Psycho Scott” Dale, born on June 10, 1969, in Dalton, passed away on July 15, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Scott’s journey through life was marked by deep devotion to his family and an unwavering passion for wrestling, which shaped both his personal and professional pursuits.
Known as “Psycho Scott,” Scott’s love for wrestling...
Stuart Fitzgerald Smith
Jul 12, 2026
Mr. Stuart Fitzgerald Smith, age 53, of Dalton, GA. passed away on July 12, 2026. He was born on September 11, 1972. Mr. Smith is proceeding in death by his parents, Frank Edward Smith and Glena Ruth Babb Smith; sister, Melinda Sanchez; and brothers-in-law, Paul Knight and Troy Jones. Mr. Smith loves going to church and worshiping our Lord and...
Erica Wright
Jul 10, 2026
Ms. Erica Wright, age 39, of Dalton Ga., made her way to her heavenly home Friday morning, July 10, 2026. She was born on November 22, 1986. Family has requested In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Dalton Funeral Home. Arrangements are entrusted to Dalton Funeral Home, 620 S. Glenwood Ave. Dalton, Ga. 30721. (706) 529-5371
