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Baby Ivy Bishop
Oct 25, 2026
Ivy Geneveive B. Kate Bishop born October 24, 2026 and passed away on October 25, 2026 was a beautiful and strong baby girl.
Even though she wasn't with us very long she will be loved and missed not just by her mom and dad Ruth Manley and Elijah Bishop but by her entire family.
She entered and left this world knowing she...
Doris E. Hampton
Oct 25, 2026
Doris E. Hampton, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on October 25, 2026, at AdventHealth Gordon, just days before her 70th birthday. She was born on October 29, 1956, in Dalton, Georgia.
Doris will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was centered on the people she loved most. She was a member of Gethsemane Church and found...
Jacqueline Sue Faulknor
Oct 24, 2026
Jackie (Pratt) Faulknor took her heavenly flight on Saturday October 24th, 2026 while at home, surrounded by friends and loved ones.
Jackie is preceded in death by her first husband Rev. Jimmy Pratt, loving parents, siblings and special nephew, Curtis Allen. Jackie is survived by her Prince Charming, and loving husband Alton Faulknor.
Best friends, Skipper McCollum and Lisa Hall. Children and...
Erin Rae Perry
Oct 19, 2026
Erin Rae Perry, born January 13, 1984, in Dalton, passed away on October 19, 2026, at Hamilton Medical Center.Erin will be remembered as a loving mother whose life was centered on those she loved most. She enjoyed watching her favorite television shows, especially Cops, Below Deck, and various game shows. She also loved God, and her faith was a part...
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
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
Oct 16, 2026
Bolling “Bo” Brown Thompson, 76, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of faith, love, wisdom, and service. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, a respected professional, and a cherished friend, Bo lived with an abiding sense of purpose and a genuine love for others. Those fortunate enough to know him will remember his warmth,...
Minnie Lee Minter
Oct 15, 2026
Minnie Sutton Minter, 90, of Crandall, Georgia, passed away at her home on October 15, 2026. Born on April 10, 1936, to James Archie Sutton and Mayebelle Carter Sutton, Minnie lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to family, and filled with love.
As a young woman, Minnie served as an evangelist for the Church of God of Prophecy. During those...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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