OBITUARIES

Melvin S. Fennell

May 28, 2024

Melvin S. Fennell age 63, passed away on May 28th, 2024, in Rockmart, Georgia. He was born on September 11, 1960, in Dallas, Georgia, to the late Louis S and Martha Jane Fennell. Melvin leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and love for his family. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the...

Diane Couch

May 26, 2024

Diane Couch, 81, passed away peacefully in Buchanan, GA on May 26, 2024. She was born on June 8, 1942, in Cartersville, GA, to the late Frank Keys and the late Curdie Keys Hardin. Diane had a successful career with the Cobb County Sheriff's office in the Warrants Division for over 27 years. Diane's legacy will forever be cherished by her...

Edward "Poppy" Morris

May 25, 2024

Edward "Poppy" Morris, age 87, of Hiram, Georgia passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024. He was born on January 11, 1937 in Dallas, Georgia, the son of the late E.O. and Blondean Priest Morris. Poppy dedicated 45 years of service to Lockheed and spent many of those years as a Tool and Dye Division Supervisor.

Poppy was a devoted...

Carolyn Gaston

May 20, 2024

Carolyn Lee Gaston, 81, passed away on May 20, 2024 in Dallas, Georgia. She was born on July 6, 1942, in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Albert and Elizabeth Blackburn.

Carolyn's warm and kind-hearted nature touched the lives of many. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life, whether planting flowers in her garden, preparing delicious meals in...

Bruce Grimm

May 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of Bruce Peter GrimmIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bruce Grimm, 68, on May 20, 2024. Bruce was born on February 22, 1956, in Yonkers, New York to the late Earl and Elizabeth Grimm. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.In addition to his parents, Bruce is preceded...

Barbara Baker

May 19, 2024

Barbara Ann Baker age 89 was called home on May 19, 2024.

She was born March 28, 1935 in Winder, GA to Anna Virginia and James Roy Poole.

Barbara was joyfully married to Ralph Donald Baker for 58 years. She retired from Norfolk Southern. She loved the Lord and her family unconditionally. She could usually be found sitting with a bible or...

Kimberly Brown

May 16, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kimberly Shareece Brown. Born in Killeen, Texas on August 5, 1970, Kimberly peacefully left this world on May 16, 2024, in Marietta, Georgia. She will forever be remembered by her mother Sharon Brown; her father and step-mother, James and Phoebe Brown; her brother, Edward (Cindy) Kitchens; her nephew, Richard...

Ryan Jordan

May 14, 2024

In loving memory of Ryan David Jordan, born on February 14, 1994, and unexpectedly taken from us on May 14, 2024. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a beloved son, grandson, brother, and friend.

Born in Austell, Georgia, Ryan was a gentle soul with a free spirit that touched all those around him. He was known for his kind...

Roger Stephens

May 10, 2024

Roger Stephens, age 69, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away Friday, May 10, 2024. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on September 23, 1954, the son of the late Carl Thurbert Stephens and the late Nellie Mildred Stell Stephens. Roger was a master of all trade and was a hardworking mechanic and heavy equipment operator in the construction industry. His love...

James Edward Haley

May 9, 2024

On the beautiful evening of May 9. 2024, James Edward (Eddie) Haley Jr. was walking in his garden with Janice, his wife of 58 years. At 7:30 PM he passed from this world and stepped into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Born on July 2, 1946, Eddie was a man who served his country, community,...

Margie Blackmon

May 8, 2024

Margie Ruth Blackmon passed away peacefully in her home on May 8, 2024 in Villa Rica, Georgia. She was born on May 9, 1939, to the late Millard and Mamie Lanning. Margie spent her life embracing the role of a dedicated mother and grandmother and finding joy in yards and flower gardens. Margie was someone who cherished the simple things...

John Chaffin

May 5, 2024

John Palmer Chaffin, 75, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024. He was born on July 11, 1948, a son of the late John Bradford Chaffin and Aileen Lovelady Chaffin in Phoenix, Arizona.

John served his country in the United States Army. He started his service in 1969 and was Honorably Discharged in 1971, after receiving the Good...

Cathy Gregory

May 1, 2024

Cathy Gregory passed away on May 1, 2024. She was born on February 18, 1957, to the late Harvey and Alline Smith of Dallas, Georgia. Cathy was a faithful member of Rock Baptist Church in Dallas, Georgia. She loved attending church and was a devoted servant of our Lord and Savior. She collected angel figurines and had them all around...

Jerry Fuller

April 30, 2024

Jerry Fuller passed away on April 30, 2024. He was born on November 7, 1959, to Hugh and June Fuller of Dallas, Georgia. Jerry was a faithful member of Wayside Baptist Church and served as a Deacon there. He was the owner of New Shine Collision Inc. and worked 37 years in the industry. Jerry liked a simple home life...

Wendell Miller

April 28, 2024

Wendell Lee Miller Sr. passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024. He was born on December 2, 1942, a son of the late Llewellyn "Shorty" Miller and SybelElaine Fanin in Dayton, Ohio.

Wendell was a simple man. He was a jack of all trades and a skilled handyman, known for his corny jokes and love for food and...

Tommy Williams

April 27, 2024

Tommy Ray Williams,78, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was born on April 18, 1946, a son of the late John Wilton Williams and Bessie Kate Cochran Williams in Douglasville, Georgia.

Tommy, a plumber by trade, was a real hands-on guy who took great pride in his work. He loved playing video games, particularly racing titles....

Barbara Eubanks

April 26, 2024

Barbara L. Eubanks passed away on April 26, 2024. She was born on January 13, 1939, to the late James Herbert Wright and Mamie Stapler of Opelika, Alabama.

Barbara was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She loved going on vacations, especially going on cruises or being at the casinos, and...

Patricia Walters

April 26, 2024

Patricia Richelle Walters passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024. She was born on January 17, 1969, daughter of the late Richard and Patricia Driskell Johnson in Atlanta, Georgia.

She was a kind and gentle soul, with a love for jokes and laughter that brightened the spirits of those around her. Patricia found joy in simple pleasures, such...

Essie Jones

April 26, 2024

Essie Jones passed away on April 26, 2024. She was born on July 9, 1944, to the late Albert and Gladys Traylor of Woodland, Alabama. Essie's favorite thing to do was to watch wrestling and she loved each match. Her spicy and fiery personality led her on many adventures in life. Even going to the grocery store could be an...

Milta Mahoney

April 25, 2024

Milta "Millie" Mahoney passed away on April 25, 2024. She was born on April 27, 1946 to the late Ramon Perez and Maria Diaz Perez Cortes in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Millie was a United States Air Force Veteran from 1974 to 2006 who also served in the Army from 1968 to 1972. She was a Senior Master Sergent who served...