James Paul Rood, age 59, of Calhoun, Georgia passed away Saturday, February 25, 2017. He was born on September 12, 1957. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Rood and Barbara Gaston. He is survived by his friend, Linda Goodwin of Calhoun. James was laid to rest at West Hill Cemetery in Dalton, Georgia. Arrangements have been entrusted to independently owned and operated Dalton Funeral Home, 620 S. Glenwood Ave. Dalton, GA; 706-529-5371.