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Herbert Shuford Smith

Herbert Shuford Smith

Apr 28, 2023

Mr. Herbert Shuford Smith, age 83, of Dalton, GA went home to be with Jesus on Friday, April 28, 2023. He was born on July 21, 1939. He is preceded in death by his parents, Auther Montgomery Smith and Earlie Estell "Cook" Smith; wife, Mary Ann "Hardin" Smith; son, Clint Williams Smith; brothers-in-law, Paul Patterson, Billy Guess, Bill Gentry, and...

Mr. Tom Judson Quarles

Mr. Tom Judson Quarles

Apr 28, 2023

Mr. Tom Judson Quarles, age 62, of Dalton, GA. passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023. He was born on August 21, 1960. He was preceded in death by his father, Tom Douglas Quarles; and special father, Frank Deal. And sister Frankie Deal Queen. He is survived by his mother, Jetty Sue "Brock" Gibson: son, Doug Quarles (Lenore); daughter, Whitney...

Charlotte C. Scott

Charlotte C. Scott

Apr 27, 2023

Charlotte C. Scott, age 63, of Dalton, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023. She was born on January 12, 1960. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Eugene Scott; parents, father, Thomas Eugene Welch; mother, Sally "Ball" Welch Ralston; brothers, Edward Ball, Danny Ball, Ronnie Welch, Ricky Welch, Allan Welch; sister, Linda Peirce. She is survived by her,...

Betty Jean "Gazaway" Layton

Betty Jean "Gazaway" Layton

Apr 25, 2023

Mrs. Betty "Gazaway" Layton age 90, of Knoxville TN, made her final move to heaven on April 25th. Betty was born in Dalton GA on December 26, 1932. She is preceded in death by her parents Otto and Velma (Curtis) Gazaway. Her husband David Layton of 22 years. Siblings Lamar Gazaway, Genearl Hall, Ellen Stephens, Martha Sowder and brother in...

Kenneth Lee Hawkins

Kenneth Lee Hawkins

Apr 24, 2023

Kenneth Lee Hawkins was born August 13, 1991, he is age 31. His parents are Jeff and Gina Hawkins, he departed this life April 24, 2023 in the early hours of the morning in Murray County in a motor vehicle accident. He was born at Hamilton Medical Center and grew up in the Dawnville community. He is survived by his...

Dennis "Buck" Leon Pullen Jr.

Dennis "Buck" Leon Pullen Jr.

Apr 23, 2023

On Sunday, April 23, 2023, Dennis "Buck" Leon Pullen Jr. went home to heaven. Dennis was a local artisan and innovative tinkerer who was known for his beaming smile and quick wit. He enjoyed concerts, cars, and water skiing. He took pride in all that he did but was most proud of his daughter, Leigh Anne, who he loved more...

Becky Brindle

Becky Brindle

Apr 22, 2023

Mrs. Becky Brindle, age 62, of Dalton, Georgia passed away at home with her family at her side on Saturday, April 22, 2023. She leaves behind her husband of eleven years Wayne Brindle. She was preceded in death by parents, Hurley and Alma Enfinger and baby daughter Laura E. Wilson. Becky also leaves behind her children, B.J Rogers and Cindy...

Timothy Michael Younes

Timothy Michael Younes

Apr 21, 2023

Mr. Timothy Michael Younes, age 40, of Dalton, Ga., passed away, April 21, 2023. He was born on February 11, 1983. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lisa; brother Christopher Younes Jr.; grandparents, Homer Younes, David Larkin, Leon Lowe; the mother of his children, Jonell Lee Shoemaker. He is survived by his father and step-mother, Christopher Lee and...

Christopher Massengill

Christopher Massengill

Apr 21, 2023

Mr. Christopher Massengill, age 46, of Summerville, Georgia passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023. He was born on January 12, 1977. He is survived by his father, Michael Whiteside; mother, Beverly Massengill Whiteside; brother, Jeff and Nikki Whiteside; sister, Jennifer and Eric Hayes; caregivers, Mary Beth Durham, Betty St Clair; nephews, Cain Whiteside, Coda Whiteside; and a several of...

Christopher Mcclain

Christopher Mcclain

Apr 21, 2023

Mr. Christopher McClain, age 54, of Dalton, Georgia passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023. He was born on January 3, 1969. He was preceded in death by his father, James Burkett; mother, Juanita "Burnett" McClain. He is survived by his loving wife, Jennifer McClain; brothers, Jimmy Shaun Burkett, Jamie Burkett; sisters, Gidget Burkett, Shanda Wynn, Matrika Burkett. A funeral...

Gloria Ismelda "Garza" Encinia

Gloria Ismelda "Garza" Encinia

Apr 19, 2023

Gloria Ismelda "Garza" Encinia, age 62, of Dalton, Georgia passed away Wednesday, April 19, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ramon and Ofelia "Bazan" Garza. She is survived by her loving husband, Elpidio Encinia; son, Elpidio Encinia Jr. (Irasema Encinia); daughters, Elizabeth Encinia, Esmeralda Encinia; grandchildren, Daniel Angel "El Perrito" Franco, Oscar Julian "My Little Hero" Franco,...

Danny Hamilton Roberson

Danny Hamilton Roberson

Apr 19, 2023

Danny Hamilton Roberson, age 67, of Resaca, Ga., passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. He was born on September 18, 1955. He is preceded in death by his father, Marshie Roberson; brothers, Ronnie Roberson, Alvin Roberson, Herbert Roberson. He is survived by his mother, Norma Jean "Muse" Green; daughter, Marsha (David) Neighbors; sons, Derrick (Sharon) Roberson, Daniel Roberson, Brandon...

Jaime Hernandez Espino

Jaime Hernandez Espino

Apr 16, 2023

Mr. Jaime Hernandez Espino, age 68, of Dalton, Georgia passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2023. He was born on May 21, 1954. He was preceded in death by his parents; father, Epimenio Hernandez; mother, Juana Espino. He is survived by his loving wife, Maria Rosa Hernandez; sons, Andy T. Lane, Jaime Jr. Hernandez, Miguel A. Hernandez, Joel Hernandez; daughters,...

Mrs. Tiny Ruth Pullen

Mrs. Tiny Ruth Pullen

Apr 15, 2023

Mrs. Tiny Ruth Fields Reed Pullen, age 67, of Chatsworth, Georgia passed away and received her heavenly wings on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 30, 1956. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Michael "Mike" Pullen; late husband Robert Eugene Reed; mother and father, Katie Juanita "Goforth"...

Ronnie Brindle

Ronnie Brindle

Apr 15, 2023

Mr. Ronnie Brindle, age 70, of Cohutta, Georgia passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2023. He was born on July 24, 1952. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Carl and Helen "Williams" Brindle; wife, Vicky Brindle; brother, Bob Brindle; and sister, Patricia Patterson. He is survived by his sons, Steven and Heather Brindle, Terry Brindle; daughter,...

Sandra Diane Rogers

Sandra Diane Rogers

Apr 14, 2023

Sandra Diane Rogers, age 78, of Calhoun, Georgia passed away Friday, April 14, 2023. She was born on September 30, 1944. She was preceded in death by her husband, Otis Sanford Rogers Jr.; parents, Edgar and Ruth Nix; brothers, Roy Nix, Gene Johnson, Lewis Nix; grandchildren, Gaven Rogers, William Conner Rogers; great grandchild, Heaven Rose Rodgers; daughter in-law, Bobbi Rogers....

Cheryl Smith

Cheryl Smith

Apr 8, 2023

Cheryl "Cook" Smith, age 70, of Dalton, Georgia passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023. She was born on September 26, 1952. She was preceded in death by her parents, Farris and Nella Cook; sisters, Gwendalyn Cheatham, Annell Curtis. She is survived by her brother, Jerry Cook. Arrangements have been entrusted to independently owned and operated Dalton Funeral Home, 620 S....

Patricia Ann Green (Trisha)

Patricia Ann Green (Trisha)

Apr 4, 2023

Mrs. Patricia Ann Green (Trisha), age 62, of Dalton, GA passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at Ridgewood Manor Nursing Home at 5:43 AM with her "Niece Kay" by her side. She was born on September 9, 1960. She was preceded in death by her "mother", Martha Francis Green and father, Robert Houston Green; brothers, Lyndele Eugene Green, Eddie...

Maria Del Rosario Juarez Gonzales

Maria Del Rosario Juarez Gonzales

Apr 2, 2023

Mrs. Maria Del Rosario Juarez Gonzales, age 63, of Dalton, GA passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023. She was born on October 1, 1959. She was a college graduate and was a school teacher in Mexico. She is preceded in death by her father, Filigonio Juarez Magana. She is survived by her husband, Ezequiel Artiaga; mother, Teresa Gonzales Cisneros;...

Jacob Brackett

Jacob Brackett

Apr 1, 2023

Jacob Brackett, age 32, of Cohutta, Ga., passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023. He was born on September 17, 1990. He is survived by his father, Bobby Brackett; mother, Pamela "Taylor" Brackett; step-mother, Cynthia "Tate" Brackett; wife, Heather "Vigueras" Brackett; sons, Jakobe Brackett, Covan Brackett; brother, Joshua Brackett; sister, Jennifer Smithers. A memorial service to celebrate the life of...

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