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Mr. Vernon Lamar Brown

Mr. Vernon Lamar Brown

Sep 5, 2025

Mr. Vernon Lamar Brown, age 63, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025. He was born on September 4.1962. He was preceded in death by his parents Marshall Brown and Katherine Morgan; grandparents, Roosevelt and Mamie Brown. He is survived by his son, Eddie Burnette Jr.; Daughter, Kristy Burnette; Brothers, Marshall Brown and William D. Morgan (Lisa);...

Jimmy Anderson Moss

Jimmy Anderson Moss

Aug 31, 2025

Jimmy Anderson Moss age 91, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Jim was born in Dalton, GA, on August 23, 1934, the son of the late W.C. and Lottie Anderson Moss. He proudly served in the United States Army. Jim was the first Human Resources Director at Coronet Industries and held that job until his retirement...

Mr. John Rowe

Mr. John Rowe

Aug 27, 2025

Mr. John Rowe, age 64, of Lafayette, Ga. passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. He was born on May 18, 1961. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Evalyn and James Rowe; brothers, Wayne Rowe and Robert Rowe; and sister Patricia Sweat. He is survived by his brother James Rowe (Anita). Arrangements have been entrusted to...

Rachel Ann Bishop

Rachel Ann Bishop

Aug 26, 2025

Rachel Ann Bishop age 55, of Ringgold, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Rachel was born in Ringgold, GA, on August 9, 1970, the daughter of the late Harvey Bartlett and Agnes Gilbert Bartlett. She enjoyed thrift shopping. Rachel loved her family above everything and will be remembered for always helping others. In addition to her parents, Rachel...

Mr. Ronald Lee Kyle

Mr. Ronald Lee Kyle

Aug 25, 2025

Ronald Lee Kyle age 83, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at his residence. Ronald was born in Dalton, GA, on December 7, 1941, the son of the late Earnest Kyle and Mary Lou Martin Kyle. He was a member of Varnell Baptist Church for fifty-seven years. Ronald enjoyed preaching, singing in gospel groups, traveling, gardening,...

Mary Nell Townsend

Mary Nell Townsend

Aug 23, 2025

Mary Nell Townsend age 84, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Mary was born in Dalton, GA, on November 28, 1940, the daughter of the late Perry Owens and Eunice Rogers Owens. She was a member of Gospel Way Baptist Church. Mary enjoyed her flowers and watching birds. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded...

Mr. Paul Timothy Hartman

Mr. Paul Timothy Hartman

Aug 19, 2025

Mr. Paul Timothy Hartman, age 54, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. He was born on December 7, 1970. He is survived by his mother, Jean A. Gibson, Father, Michael P. Hartman, and step mother Trudy Hartman. Brothers William Carlton, Steven Carlton (Erica), David Hartman. Sisters Lisa Hartman, Sara Hartman, and Julie Hartman, and numerous nieces...

Douglas Windell Gay

Douglas Windell Gay

Aug 16, 2025

Douglas Windell Gay age 68, of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Doug, as those who knew him called him, was born in Rome, GA, on July 24, 1957, the son of Billy Gay and Frances Spates. He was an easy going person in work and relaxation, and he traveled all over the U.S. as a long...

Linda Sue Neal

Linda Sue Neal

Aug 16, 2025

Linda Sue Neal age 78, of McDonough, GA, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Linda was born in Dalton, GA, on February 18, 1947, the daughter of the late Cleve Smith and Sarah Wilson Smith. She was a charter member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Riverdale, GA. Linda worked for Sam's Club for twenty-one years. She loved her family,...

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...

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