All Obituaries

Dawn Graham, age 45 of Hiram, GA., passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021. Dawn was born on December 4, 1975 to her parents, Randall and Brenda Keaton. Mrs. Graham is survived by her daughter, Lillian “Lilly” Graham; son, Duane Graham; sister, Theresa Chastain, all of Paulding County; grandmother, Elizabeth Braden; nephews, Robby Chastain and Randy Chastain. Memorial Services for Mrs. Graham will be held on Saturday, April 17 at 2:00 PM at Clark Funeral Home. The family will...

Cory Gabriel Bailey Clancy “Wood”, age 26, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021. Arrangements currently pending. 

Mildred Elrod, age 84, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at her residence. Millie was born on November 4, 1936 to her late parents, Willie Lee and Stella Reece Johnson. Mrs. Elrod was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Dallas, GA and worked for Coca-Cola in the marketing department for more than 40 years. Millie lived by her faith and loved and believed in angels. Millie was a person of astounding resilience, and she faced every challenge that life threw at her with grace and...

Jennifer Reiber Chabek, age 52 of Dallas, GA., passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021. Mrs. Chabek was born on May 29, 1968 to her parents, John Reiber and Jeanette and Michael Bauer. Jennifer worked as an LPN for more than 20 years and genuinely enjoyed helping people. She also loved her grandkids, crocheting, sewing, and spending time with her dogs. Mrs. Chabek is preceded in death by her brother, John Reiber; grandson, Caleb Turnbow. She is survived by her husband, Edward Chabek Sr.;...

Charlotte Vandiver, 69, of Hiram, GA passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021. She was born on August 11, 1951 in Douglasville, GA. Mrs. Vandiver was a secretary at Lockheed for more than 30 years. In her retirement, she enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, and playing card games. She especially loved spending time with her grandson, and she loved the mountains. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, George Vandiver; one daughter, Stephanie (David) Hannah of Douglasville; one grandson, Jake...

Mary James, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. She was born on May 7, 1942 to her late parents, Jameson Larimore III and Alice Ball. Mary enjoyed bowling, anything Disney, and her dog, Bridget. She especially loved working the church nursery at Covenant Centre International where she was a member. Mary was a nurse at St. Mary Hospital and Palm Beach Gardens Hospital in Florida for more than 35 years. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Sally Ann...

Donald “Don” Hoyt Hughes, 88, of Dallas, GA passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born on March 25, 1933, in Marietta, GA. He was a long-time member of Celebration Church of God. He served in the US Army and owned and operated Rolan Business Machines in Rome, GA for more than 23 years, which is now run by his son. He was a wonderful daddy who was always a great example of the Father’s love. Those who called him Pawpaw...

Dawn Graham, age 45 of Hiram, GA., passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021. Dawn was born on December 4, 1975 to her parents, Randall and Brenda Keaton. Mrs. Graham is survived by her daughter, Lillian “Lilly” Graham; son, Duane Graham; sister, Theresa Chastain, all of Paulding County; grandmother, Elizabeth Braden; nephews, Robby Chastain and Randy Chastain.  Per Mrs. Grahams request, she will be cremated and a service will be held at a later date.

Michael Burns, age 61, of Dallas, GA. passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021. Mr. Burns was born on October 18, 1959 to his late parents, Bill Burns and Mary Edwards. Michael was a truck driver for Forward Air for more than 30 years. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his stepfather, Walter Edwards. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Wanita McLain; son, Michael (Ladania) Burns; sisters, Caroline Tomason and Lisa Edwards; brothers, Steve Burns, Sammy Burns, Danny...

Melvin “Clifton” Williams, age 85, of Hiram, GA. passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. Melvin was born on June 27, 1935 to his late parents, Grady and Bessie Williams. Mr. Williams was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church in Hiram, GA. and worked for the CDC for 32 years. Melvin and his wife Shirley were married for 67 years and he was known as the best Popo in the world. He loved gardening and water skiing, but most of all his family. In addition to his parents, he is...