Charles Gary Thornton, age 69, of Cohutta, Georgia passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023. He was born on June 12, 1954. He was preceded in death by his wife, Besty Thornton, parents, Charles William and Delores June Thornton. He is survived by his brother Craig Thornton; sisters in-law, Susan Poindexter, Teresa Gentry and husband Vernon; nephews, Matthew Thornton, Zachary Thornton, Curtis Byrd, Brad Poindexter. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to independently operated and owned Dalton Funeral Home, 620 S. Glenwood Ave. Dalton, GA 30721; 706-529-5371.