Laura Ann Ramey
Jan 4, 2026
Laura Ann Ramey age 75, of Rome, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Ann was born in Rome, Georgia, on May 8, 1950, to the late Albert Gilmore and Laura Mae Mize Gilmore. After the passing of her biological parents, she was lovingly raised by her adoptive parents, Elizabeth "Betty" Higgins and the late Herman Alvin Higgins, Sr....
William Abe Taylor
Jan 3, 2026
William Abe "Peanut" Taylor age 57, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026. William was born in Dalton, Georgia, on March 26, 1968, to the late James Edward Taylor, Sr. and Barbara Ann Higgins Taylor. He was a man of deep faith who loved Jesus, cherished his church family, and found his greatest joy in his grandchildren....
William Floyd Long
Jan 3, 2026
William Floyd Long age 70, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026.He was born on December 29, 1955, to the late George Robert Long and Hazel Beatrice Howell Long. Before retiring, William worked as a truck driver, a job that suited his love of being on the move. .A devoted member of Anchor Holds Baptist Church, William...
David "Jeremy" Bates
Jan 2, 2026
Heaven became a little brighter as David "Jeremy" Bates age 46, of Dalton, GA, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 2, 2026. Jeremy was born in Dalton, GA, on July 24, 1979, he was the son of Judy Worley Bates and the late Rev. William Dale Bates. He loved his family, friends, his mountain dew,...
Thelma Willie Foster
Jan 1, 2026
Thelma Willie Carter Foster age 86, of Eton, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Thelma was born December 27, 1939, in Summerville, Georgia, and was the beloved daughter of the late Hess Carter and Leola Fowler Carter. A true Georgia spirit, she was an avid Georgia Bulldogs and Atlanta Braves fan, and she rarely missed a NASCAR race....
Mickey Eugene Rogers
Dec 29, 2025
Mickey Eugene Rogers, age 64, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 22, 1961, in Dalton, Mickey was the son of the late Tommie Rogers and Tressie Meadows Rogers. He worked for many years as a carpenter with Baynes Construction, where he was known for...
Ms. Kathy Jean Welch
Dec 28, 2025
Ms. Kathy Jean Welch, age 62, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was born on February 1, 1962. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Geraldine Morgan; brother Bobby Morgan; and sisters Judy Kenner and Charisten Fowler. She is survived by her sons, Brannon Welch (Keshia). Bryan Welch, and Matthew Collins (Jonnie);...
Tom David Hicks Sr.
Dec 27, 2025
Tom David Hicks, Sr., age 79, of Dalton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly. Born on June 2, 1946, in Chatsworth, Georgia, David was the son of the late Lula and Charlie Ingle and A.J. Hicks. He grew up with a strong work ethic and a...
James "Bear" Carey Blalock
Dec 25, 2025
James "Bear" Carey Blalock, age 56, of Chatsworth, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center after years of declining health. Born on February 16, 1969, in Riverside, California, he was the son of James Norris Blalock and Lindia Gaile Ross. Bear worked as a supervisor in the metal fabrication department at Display Craft, where he took...
Mr. Joel K. Swanson
Dec 20, 2025
Mr. Joel Kristan Swanson, age 65, of Chatsworth, GA, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025. He was born on January 23, 1960. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. Swanson and Mary Lee Smith. He is survived by his son, Nathaniel Swanson of Colorado; grandchildren, Talan Swanson and Aubree Swanson; brother, Dee Swanson (Liz) of Chatsworth;...
Glenn Norman Lawson Sr.
Dec 19, 2025
Glenn Norman Lawson, Sr. age 91, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Glenn Lawson, born August 8, 1934, in Crossville, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Omer Clark Lawson and Myrtle Tabor Lawson. Glenn spent many dedicated years working for Brown Printing Company. More importantly, he lived...
Barbara Gwen Allen
Dec 19, 2025
Barbara Gwen Allen age 79, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025. Barbara Allen, born November 5, 1946, in Lynch, Kentucky, was the beloved daughter of the late Charles Eugene Sowards and Ellen Storey Sowards. Barbara had a deep love for the outdoors—she enjoyed skiing, swimming, and truly anything that involved being in the water. She also...
Mr. Bruce Steven Staten
Dec 17, 2025
Mr. Bruce "Steven" Staten, age 56, of Dalton, Ga., passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. He was born on October 27, 1969. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sherman Steed Staten Sr., and Kay Frances Staten; brother Sherman Steed Staten Jr.; and grandparents Arie Andrew and Julia Hope Wood; Ben Sr. and Rebecca Staten. He is survived...
Terry Allen Meadows
Dec 16, 2025
Terry Allen Meadows, age 65, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family on December 16, 2025. Born on March 12, 1960, in Dalton, Terry was the son of the late Mark Meadows and Lois Paige. He spent most of his life working as a roofer, a trade that reflected his strong work ethic and...
Cynthia Lynn Schean
Dec 11, 2025
Cynthia Lynn Schean, age 62, of Chatsworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Born on September 27, 1963, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to the late Robert Smith and is survived by Elizabeth Smith. Cynthia lived a life defined by strength, devotion, and love. Above all, Cynthia was a devoted mother....
Robbie Payne
Dec 10, 2025
Robbie Payne, age 81, of Calhoun, GA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. She was born on June 21, 1944, in Calhoun, GA, the daughter of the late Andrew Jack Johnson and Bessie Jones Johnson. Robbie was a simple lady with a heart of gold, known for her kindness, humility, and devotion to her family. In addition to...
Corey Lamont Tilson
Dec 9, 2025
Corey Lamont Tilson, age 31, of Toccoa, Georgia, passed away at his residence on December 9, 2025. Born on November 1, 1994, in Dalton, Georgia, Corey was the beloved son of Tracy Tilson and the late Cathy Underdown. He worked as a mechanic in the agriculture field, where his skill and dedication were well respected. Corey had a passion for...
David Randolph
Dec 8, 2025
David Randolph, age 71, of Dalton, GA, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, December 8, 2025. Born on July 30, 1954, he was the son of the late Roy Oliver Randolph and Lucy Virginia Franklin Randolph. David dedicated many years of his life to the construction business, where his hard work and craftsmanship left a lasting mark....
Edward Lee Ball
Dec 8, 2025
Edward "Lee" Ball, age 65, of Dalton, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 8, 2025. Born November 30, 1960, in Dalton, GA to the late Edward Gene and Mary Louise Ball. Lee marched to the beat of his own drum. He was one of a kind and often treated differently and misunderstood, he refused to conform to what...
John Thomas Ballew
Dec 6, 2025
John Thomas Ballew age 59, of Chatsworth, GA, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025. John Ballew, born September 6, 1966, in Dalton, Georgia, was the beloved son of Verlon Ballew and Annette Rhodes Ballew. He dedicated many years of his life working as a mechanic with BDR Loopers, where his skill and determination earned him the reputation of being...
