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Robert "Dan" Daniel Jorden

Robert "Dan" Daniel Jorden

Dec 4, 2023

Robert "Dan" Daniel Jorden, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on, Monday, December 4, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Jorden and Westley 'Hipps' Jorden; and his brother Donald Jorden. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn 'Bennett' Jorden; his son, Richard Daniel Jorden; his brother, Ronnie Jorden; his grandchildren, Riley Jorden and Meghan Markham (Sean); and...

Ray Steelman

Ray Steelman

Dec 2, 2023

Mr. Ray Steelman, age 78, of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023. He was born on July 1, 1945. He is preceded in death by his parents, Phillip Robert "PR" Steelman and Lola "Patterson" Steelman; wife, Mattie "Ruth" Steelman; brothers, Jr. Steelman, Don Steelman, Monroe Steelman, Howard Steelman, and Billy Steelman; sisters, Beulah Chastain, Christine Baisden, and...

Earl Stanley Williams

Earl Stanley Williams

Dec 2, 2023

Earl Stanley Williams, age 65, of Dalton, GA passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023. He was born on July 12, 1958. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Reed Williams and Louise Maggie "Carroll" Williams; and his brothers, James Williams, Ricky Williams, and Danny Williams. He is survived by his cousin, Wanda Griggs. Service will be held...

George "David" Owen

George "David" Owen

Dec 1, 2023

George "David" Owen, 74, of Whitfield County, Georgia, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023. A native of Fort Wayne, Indiana, David had lived in Dalton, Georgia since 1976. David graduated with a degree in chemistry in 1971. He was an unwavering supporter of the Georgia Bulldogs. David was an animal lover, a loving father, and a devoted Elks Lodge...

Katheryn Williams "Blackwell"

Katheryn Williams "Blackwell"

Dec 1, 2023

Mrs. Katheryn Williams "Blackwell", age 61, of Morganton, GA, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023. She was born on March 26, 1962. She is preceded in death by her mother, Frances "Hunter" Blackwell; daughter, Christie Allen; brother, Gary Blackwell; and nephew, David Endinger. She is survived by her father, Edward Blackwell; son, Daniel (Belinda) Allen; daughter, Felicia (AJ) Tincher;...

Thomas Nolan Mckee Jr.

Thomas Nolan Mckee Jr.

Nov 30, 2023

Thomas Nolan McKee Jr., age 79, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023. He was born on December 26, 1943. He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Nolan McKee Sr. and Kathryn 'Swanson' McKee; brother, Jerry L. Mckee; sister, Lucille Guffey; and brother-in-law, Robert Creaseman. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn McKee; son, David...

Annette Dailey

Annette Dailey

Nov 28, 2023

Annette Dailey, age 50, of Resaca, GA passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. She was born on December 15, 1972. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Dewayne Tanner and Deborah Moore; and her grandson, Logan Fouts. She is survived by her son, Jace (Hannah) Dailey; daughters, Katriesha (Joshua) Fouts and Emily (Greg) Hobbs; brothers, Christopher Tanner...

Deloris Irene Burkett

Deloris Irene Burkett

Nov 25, 2023

Deloris Irene Burkett, age 71 of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023. She was born on December 24, 1951. She is preceded in death by her mother, Dora Pratt Duke; husband, Johnny Alan Burkett; brother, Buck Duke; aunt, Nora Pratt (became a mother to her after her mother passed). She is survived by her sons, Chris Camp...

Charles Robert Gribble

Charles Robert Gribble

Nov 23, 2023

Charles Robert Gribble, age 89, of Dalton, GA., passed away Thanksgiving morning, November 23, 2023, at his home. He was born on March 26, 1934. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Beulah Gribble; his brother, Joe Gribble; and by the mother of his children, Alice Cochran Rigney. Charles loved gardening and helping others in his community....

Cheryl Mcafee

Cheryl Mcafee

Nov 21, 2023

Cheryl E. McAfee, age 58, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. She was born on September 9, 1965. She is preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Lamar and Betty Jean Jones; and her brother, Gerald Jones: fur babies Thang; Gus; and D Little. She is survived by her son, Geramy Jones; Adam (Pamela) McAfee; her...

Janice Y. Higgins

Janice Y. Higgins

Nov 20, 2023

Janice Y. Higgins, age 83, of Dalton, GA passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023. She was born on August 15, 1940. She was preceded in death by her parents, Conard Hill and Audie 'Stout' Pellom; her brother, Millard Owen Pellom, Richard Edward Pellom, and Virgil Alvin Pellom; sisters, Martha Ruth Leonard, Marjorie Arline Francis, Sarah Joyce Wells, Jonnie Lois...

Richard Mallard

Richard Mallard

Nov 19, 2023

Richard (Richie) Mallard, age 55, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023. He was born on November 2, 1968. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Eva (Brantley) Burchfield. Richie had a passion for football and was actively involved in playing for both Dalton High School and Lenoir Rhyne College. Richie loved golf, fishing...

Brenda Gail Haney

Brenda Gail Haney

Nov 19, 2023

Brenda Gail Haney, age 77, of Adairsville, GA, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023. She was born on September 14, 1946. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ray Haney; her parents, Roy and Lily Mae Cleveland; and her brother, Wayne Cleveland. She is survived by her son, Chuck Haney (Haley), of Adairsville, GA; her daughters, Lisa Coursey...

Ralph Cockburn

Ralph Cockburn

Nov 17, 2023

Ralph Cockburn, age 74, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. He was born February 6, 1949. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Roy and Grace Louise "Fletcher" Cockburn; brother, Jack Rackley. He is survived by his loving wife, Susan "Webb" Cockburn; daughters, Salina Felger and husband Ronald, Renee Dunn and husband Eric, Stephanie...

Jerry Poindexter

Jerry Poindexter

Nov 17, 2023

Jerry Poindexter, age 79, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. He was born on June 11, 1944. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris "Thomas" Poindexter; parents, Earl and Pauline Poindexter; brothers, Bill Poindexter, Robert Poindexter, Harold Poindexter, Mel Poindexter; sisters, Mickey Poindexter, Glenda Poindexter and his beloved fur baby Boomer. Masonic lodges often...

Telena Norton

Telena Norton

Nov 17, 2023

Telena Norton, age 63, of Resaca, Ga. passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. She was born February 25, 1960. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Norton; parents, Jesse and Alpha "Bailey" Rutledge; brother, Alvin Rutledge; sister, Donna Gribble; brother in-law, Danny Goswick. She is survived by her brother, Michael Rutledge and wife Felicia; sister, Susan Goswick;...

Mrs. Betty Jean Wells

Mrs. Betty Jean Wells

Nov 16, 2023

Mrs. Betty Jean Wells, age 66, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was born on March 17, 1957. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Elizabeth Wells. She is survived by her son, Karsson Durham; grandchildren, Kaleb Durham, Brooklynn Durham, Bryson Durham, Adyson Durham, and Logan Durham, along with their mothers...

Victoria Lynn Parker

Victoria Lynn Parker

Nov 15, 2023

Victoria Lynn Parker, age 52, of Tyler, TX, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. She was born March 2, 1971, in Plant City, FL. She is preceded in death by her mother, Laura Dunn Burk. Victoria Lynn Parker was a dedicated and compassionate individual. Her 25 years of service as a nurse and perfect attendance for over 17 years...

Susan "Campbell" Dinardo

Susan "Campbell" Dinardo

Nov 13, 2023

Susan "Campbell" Dinardo, age 60, of Dalton, GA., passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023. She was born on January 25, 1963. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Dinardo Sr.; her parents, J.L. Bass Campbell and Nellie Sue 'Travillian' Campbell; and her sister, Krystal Campbell. She is survived by her son, Jacob Weidner; her brothers, Troy "Marty"...

Thomas J Smith

Thomas J Smith

Nov 7, 2023

Thomas J. Smith, age 62, of Dalton, GA. passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. He was born July 14, 1961. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jackie and Bernita "Winkle" Smith; sister, Tim Murr; brother in-laws, Bobby Ridley, Alan Watkins. He is survived by his loving wife, Vickey "McGatha" Smith; sons, Andrew Jackie Smith, Thomas Daniel (Benita)...

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