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Cheryl Marie Krause

Cheryl Marie Krause

Aug 15, 2025

Cheryl Marie Krause age 71, of Resaca, GA, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. Cheryl was born in Germany on August 9, 1954, the daughter of the late Ludwig Paul Krause and Gwendolyn Krause. She enjoyed making jewelry. In addition to her parents, Cheryl was preceded in death by a son, Jeremiah Flowers and step-son, Douglas Scott Flowers; and...

Juan Preciado

Juan Preciado

Aug 14, 2025

Juan Preciado age 80, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Juan was born in Mexico on November 30, 1944, the son of the late Martha Chavez. He was an avid reader. In addition to his parents, Juan was preceded in death by a son, Jesus Preciado and a brother, Jose Preciado. Survivors include his children, Adriana...

Della Mae Ledford

Della Mae Ledford

Aug 6, 2025

Della Mae Brogdon Ledford age 73, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Della was born in Ringgold, GA, on November 12, 1951, the daughter of the late James Brogdon and Ardella Pierce Brogdon. She retired from Shaw Industries after forty years of service. Della enjoyed working at B.J.'s and P.C.'s restaurant with her family members. She...

Steve Anthony Hamrick

Steve Anthony Hamrick

Aug 5, 2025

Steve Anthony Hamrick age 71, of Chatsworth, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Steve was born in Dalton, GA, on July 23, 1954, the son of the late Jay Hamrick and Ruby Virginia Montieth Baggett. He worked many years as car salesman. Steve enjoyed going to casinos, trading, bargains, race cars, and Elvis Presley. In addition to his...

Lois Ruth Williams

Lois Ruth Williams

Aug 4, 2025

Lois Ruth Williams age 71, went home to her heavenly father on Monday, August 4, 2025. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Marie Bishop; niece, April Lynn Teasley; and her loving companion Ron Mobarry. Survivors include her siblings, Vickie Allmon, Kathy M. Boyer (Chester), Gloria Bishop; and Steve Edward Coker (Cheryl); twelve nieces and nephews; nineteen great...

Carl Lee "Shorty" Shelton

Carl Lee "Shorty" Shelton

Aug 3, 2025

Carl Lee Shelton "Shorty" age 55, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Carl was born in Dalton, GA, on November 20, 1969, the son of the late Moss Harlon Shelton and Mary Catherine Sanders Shelton "Kat". He was employed with Dorsett Industries for 20 plus years. Carl enjoyed fishing, going to casinos, and watching TV. In...

Linda Rose Fortner

Linda Rose Fortner

Aug 3, 2025

Linda Rose Fortner age 77, of Chatsworth, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Linda was born in Dalton, GA, on March 9, 1948, the daughter of the late Sam Bell and Nannie Crider Bell. She was a lifelong member of the Church of God of the Union Assembly. Linda always made everyone feel welcome and loved at her...

Marcy Ann Quarles

Marcy Ann Quarles

Aug 2, 2025

Mrs. Marcy Ann Tipton Quarles, age 64, of Ringgold, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, just days before her 65th birthday. Born on August 5, 1960, Marcy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rex Quarles; her father, Frank Tipton; and her daughter, Natasha Quarles. She is survived by her loving mother, Barbara Bartlett of Ringgold;...

Brenda Patterson Carroll

Brenda Patterson Carroll

Aug 1, 2025

On Friday, August 1st, 2025, surrounded by family, Brenda Patterson Carroll went to Heaven to be with her husband…(and Jesus). Anybody who knew Brenda knew that her family was the center of her world, and she was the center of theirs. Her boys, Heath, Jason, and Jeremy, were the light of her life…until her grandchildren came along, and then they...

Howard Hayden Tuck

Howard Hayden Tuck

Aug 1, 2025

Howard Hayden Tuck age 78, of Covington, GA, formerly of Dalton, GA, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025. Howard was born in Dalton, GA, on February 12, 1947, the son of the late Hayden Tuck and Frances Green Tuck. He enjoyed Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, and Atlanta Falcons. Survivors include his four daughters, Donna Henderson (Mark), Cheyenne Tuck, Rhiannion...

Jannette White Holcomb

Jannette White Holcomb

Jul 25, 2025

Jannette White Holcomb age 77, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025. Jannette was born in Dalton, GA, on February 13, 1948, the daughter of Earl White and Louise Trentham White. She enjoyed doing crafts. In addition to her parents, Jannette was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Holcomb. Survivors include her sons, Eric and Brandy...

Louise Willette Brackett

Louise Willette Brackett

Jul 24, 2025

Louise Willette Brackett age 65, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Louise was born in Dalton, GA, on December 30, 1959, the daughter of the late Willard Floyd Brackett and Martha Nell Brookshire Brackett. She loved gospel and country music and enjoyed swimming, picnics, and outings. In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death...

Sandra Lee "Sandi" Lapko-Lockman

Sandra Lee "Sandi" Lapko-Lockman

Jul 22, 2025

Sandra Lee "Sandi" Lapko-Lockman age 72, of Tunnel, Hill, GA, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Sandi was born in Detroit, MI, on May 10, 1953, the daughter of the late Charles Lapko and Dorothy Lademann Lapko. She retired from the banking industry after many years of service. Sandi was proud of her time working at the Federal Reserve....

Ronald Dee Wimpey

Ronald Dee Wimpey

Jul 22, 2025

Ronald "Ronnie the Wimp" Dee Wimpey age 56, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Ronnie was born in Dalton, GA, on September 24, 1968, the son of the late Donald Lee Wimpey and Brenda Wimpey. He loved anything outdoors, music, and was a Kung Fu Masters. His favorite sayings: "Smile it Gets Better" and What a...

Nicholas Matthew "Nick" Johnson

Nicholas Matthew "Nick" Johnson

Jul 21, 2025

Nicholas Matthew "Nick" Johnson age 35, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025. Nick was born in Dalton, GA, on April 16, 1990, the son of Sheri Johnson Whited and Richard Whited. He was a supervisor for Tarkett. Nick enjoyed racing RC Trucks, drawing, pokemon, and telling a good joke. He was preceded in death by his...

Isa Rebecca "Becky" Jenkins

Isa Rebecca "Becky" Jenkins

Jul 20, 2025

Isa Rebecca "Becky" Jenkins age 69, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025. Becky was born in Dalton, GA, on November 13, 1955, the daughter of the late Albert Benson "AB" Patton and Lucille Dillard Patton. She retired from Oriental Weavers after many years of service. Becky was a member of Church of God of the New...

Roy Junior Walston

Roy Junior Walston

Jul 18, 2025

Roy Junior "Bones" Walston age 60, of Chatsworth, GA, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. Roy was born in Dalton, GA, on May 13, 1965, the son of Elsie Ruth Hawkins Walston and the late Roy Douglas Walston. He was a supervisor for Tony Walston Roofing. Roy enjoyed fishing and deer hunting. He loved spending time with his family....

Christopher Lee Chastain

Christopher Lee Chastain

Jul 18, 2025

Christopher Lee Chastain age 63, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. Christopher was born in Dalton, GA, on August 8, 1961, the son of the late Gilbert Chastain (Betty) and Anna Hayes. He retired from Classic Carpet as a Tufting Machine Operator and Fixer. Chris enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, music, and drawing. He loved being...

Jamie Lynn Parker

Jamie Lynn Parker

Jul 18, 2025

Jamie Lynn Parker age 47, of Crandall, GA, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. Jamie was born in Dalton, GA, on November 24, 1977, the daughter of Martha and Donnie Arrington. She graduated from Southeast High School where she enjoyed being a member of the chorus. Also, she loved gardening, the beach, mountains, birthday parties, and giving all the...

Betty Carol Forester

Betty Carol Forester

Jul 15, 2025

Betty Carol Hannah Forester age 73, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2025. Betty was born in Kosciusko, MS, on January 20, 1952, the daughter of the late Richard Hannah and Rosalie Nanney Hannah. She enjoyed watching Gunsmoke, sewing, and plants. Betty loved being with her family. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death...

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