J.E. Long
May 20, 2025
J.E. Long age 80, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. J.E. was born in Dalton, GA, on September 14, 1944, the son of the late Julius Long and Gusta Postell Long. He loved being outside and going to the lake. In addition to his parents, J.E. is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ellen...
Randy Lorring Pearson
May 12, 2025
Randy Lorring Pearson age 71, of Dalton, GA, went home on Monday, May 12, 2025. Randy served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era and was a medic in the Army National Guard. He was born to Floyd Lorring Pearson and Mary Jewel Pearson. Survivors include his daughters, Catriana Dunn (Thomas) and Tanya Pearson; and three sisters,...
Sherry Milton Cole Sr.
May 9, 2025
Our beloved Papa, Sherry Cole, Sr., born on June 10, 1926, passed away at his home in Hixson, TN on May 9, 2025, at the age of 98. His family was the most important thing in his life. He is survived by his children: Sherry (Dianne) Cole, Dianne (JW, deceased) Lawson, Randi (Vickie) Cole, Michael Cole, Candi Howard, and stepdaughter...
Drew Anthony Brandenburg
May 7, 2025
Drew Anthony Brandenburg age 38, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Drew was born in Fort Worth, TX, on September 18, 1986, the son of James Brandenburg and Melissa Simonds Brandenburg. Drew was a man known for his warmth, his unwavering friendliness, and his incredible smile. He had a gift for making people feel safe and...
Ralph Edward Caldwell
May 4, 2025
Ralph Edward Caldwell, age 76, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025. He was born January 12, 1949. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. He is survived by his son, his daughter, his stepson and several nieces. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to independently owned...
Bradley Charles Dempsey
May 4, 2025
Bradley Charles Dempsey, known to those closest to him as "Braddox," passed away on May 4, 2025, at the age of 54. Born in Dalton, Georgia, on March 29, 1971, and raised in nearby Cohutta, Bradley was the kind of man who didn't need the spotlight — but if you knew him, you knew his loyalty ran deep and his...
Reba Lois Fowler Davenport
May 2, 2025
Reba Lois Fowler Davenport, age 80, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones who will continue to honor her life by living their lives to the fullest and loving God with all their heart and mind. Reba was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Lane Davenport; parents, Jep Wiley and Ada Lee Fowler; and her...
Harold B. Love Jr. "Bubba"
May 1, 2025
Harold B. Love Jr. "Bubba", age 83, of Dalton, Georgia passed away on Thursday, May 1st, 2025. He was born on September 7th, 1941. Bubba was a licensed embalmer and funeral director for 50 years. He was a member of Fellowship Christian Athletes and Lions Club. Bubba was an avid Atlanta Braves and Georgia Bulldogs fan. He is preceded in...
Johnny Alton Martin
Apr 28, 2025
Johnny Alton Martin, known to some as "Fat Cat," passed away on April 28, 2025, at the age of 69 following a battle with prostate cancer. A proud truck driver and friend to many, Johnny was known for his big heart, sharp wit, and the ability to make everyone feel like family. He never met a stranger—only friends hadn't met...
Rosella Shipman
Apr 24, 2025
Rosella Shipman age 75, of Fort Oglethorpe, GA, died Thursday, April 24, 2025. Rosella was born in Calhoun, GA, on January 30, 1950, the daughter of the late Abraham Greeson and Gertrude Lands Greeson. Rosella was of the Baptist faith. She was known as the "Can Lady" throughout Summerville and Sonoraville, GA. Rosella enjoyed coloring, cooking, gardening, flowers, and anything...
Sara Ann Griggs
Apr 20, 2025
Sara Ann Griggs age 87, of Tunnel Hill, GA, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Sara was born in Pickens County, GA, on May 28, 1937, the daughter of the late Grady Hamrick and Naomi Charles Hamrick. She enjoyed traveling and going to casinos. In addition to her parents, Sara was preceded in death by her husband, David W....
Pamela Sue "Pam" Bain
Apr 17, 2025
Pamela Sue Goswick "Pam" Bain, age 57, of Crandall, GA, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025. Pam was born in Chatsworth, GA, on October 13, 1967, the daughter of Waunetta Nelson Goswick and the late Charlie Goswick. She enjoyed fishing. In addition to her father, Pam was preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Goswick. In addition to her...
Charles Dee Parker Sr.
Apr 13, 2025
Charles Dee Parker, Sr., age 85, of Chatsworth, GA, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Charles was born in Dalton, GA, the son of the late Drew Parker and Jessie Mae Sane Parker. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Charles retired from Shaw Industries after thirty-four years of service. He was of the Baptist...
Kenneth Fred Karabensh
Apr 11, 2025
Kenneth Fred Karabensh, age 87, of Tunnel Hill, GA, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. Kenneth was born in Milwaukee, WI, on October 8, 1937, the son of the late Steven F. Karabensh and Esther Henke Karabensh. He proudly served in the United States Navy. Kenneth retired from Digital Impact Graphics as a co-owner and prior worked many years...
Peggy Ann Hammontree
Apr 11, 2025
Peggy Ann Hammontree, age 80, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. Peggy was born in Dalton, GA, on June 14, 1944, the daughter of the late Julian Walston and Tennie Ledford Hawkins. She retired from Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church Daycare. Peggy was a member of Salem Baptist Church. She enjoyed shopping, traveling, and Elvis Presley....
Joel Jeffery "Jeff" Padgett
Apr 10, 2025
Joel Jeffery "Jeff" Padgett age 68, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Jeff was born in Dalton, GA, on August 2, 1956, the son of the late Harley Joe Padgett and Maggie Rollins Padgett. He was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church. Jeff retired from United Waste as a truck driver after many years of...
Randall Lloyd "Rambo" Weaver
Apr 8, 2025
Randall Lloyd "Rambo" Weaver age 62, of Tunnel Hill, GA, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Randall was born in Dalton, GA, on June 11, 1962, the son of the late James Weaver and Clara Ona Payne Weaver. He loved playing his guitar and singing. Also, he enjoyed playing with his grandkids. In addition to his parents, Randall was...
Wanda Faye Smith
Apr 7, 2025
Wanda Faye Holcomb Smith, of Chatsworth passed away peacefully at her home on April 7 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert Smith, parents Arthur and Laura Mae Holcomb, brothers, Bill, John, Robert, Jack, and sisters Catherine and Thelma. She is survived by her son, Matthew Smith; brothers, Roy and Jim Holcomb all of Chatsworth; and her...
Earnest Kendall Mcdonald
Apr 5, 2025
Earnest Kendall McDonald age 62, of Chatsworth, GA, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Kendall was born in Dalton, GA, on July 19, 1962, the son of the late Johnny Hubert McDonald and Alice Geraline Peden. He loved his family and having cook outs. Kendall enjoyed classic cars, eighty's rock music, drag racing, and was an avid Georgia Bulldog...
Sandra Jo Bartley "Sandy" Davis
Apr 3, 2025
Sandra Jo Bartley "Sandy" Davis age 73, of Eton, GA, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, with her companion, Richard Lewis Bowers. Sandra was born in Chatsworth, GA, on June 5, 1951, the daughter of the late Riley Bartley and Barbara Lou Ellis Bartley. She attended Fairy Valley Church. Sandra enjoyed reading her Bible, sewing, crossword puzzles, yard sales,...
