OBITUARIES

Capt. Ethan Wynne

June 3, 2025

Captain Ethan Chase Wynne, age 33, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on June 3, 2025. Born on April 4, 1992, in Dallas, GA, Ethan was the son of Carl and Diane Wynne. His life was a testament to his passion for life and the ocean.

Ethan at a young age developed an unwavering love for hunting and fishing. In his teenage...

Jane Newell Adcock

June 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Jane Newell Adcock, who left us peacefully on June 1, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on November 30, 1934, in LaGrange, Georgia, to the late Curtis and Lois Mae Newell, Jane lived a full and meaningful life dedicated to her family and her faith.

 Jane was...

Justin "Judd" Everett

May 30, 2025

Mr. Justin Andrew Everett , affectionately called "Judd", age 36 of Douglasville, GA, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025.

He was born April 21, 1989 in Marietta, GA, son of John Andrew Everett and Rhonda Delores Massingill Everett. Judd was self-employed in produce delivery and was of the Baptist faith. He loved guns, music, and being a drummer, collecting knives and...

Stella Grant

May 29, 2025

Stella Mae Grant, 61, passed away on May 29, 2025.

She was born on April 14, 1964, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Ted and Brenda Jones. Stella lived a life full of strength, independence, and deep love for her family and friends.

Known for her feisty spirit and big heart, Stella always put others first. She was generous to a fault,...

Gregory Lott

May 28, 2025

Gregory "Greg" Neil Lott, 54, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on May 28, 2025. Born on August 18, 1970, in Tampa, Florida, Greg was the beloved son of the late Waymond and Alice Lott. He brought joy and laughter wherever he went and lived a life full of cherished memories and unwavering love.

Greg spent his career as a truck driver,...

Jacquelin Burt

May 24, 2025

Mrs. Jacquelin Laverne Hansom Burt, age 73 of Dallas, GA, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025. She was born June 10, 1951 in Richmond, Virginia, daughter of the late Curtis Hansom, Sr. and the late Catherine Easley Hansom. While living in Richmond, she attended the Northminister Baptist Church.

She was a proud veteran of the United States Army retiring with 16...

Sandra Mayfield

May 24, 2025

Sandra Lora Mayfield, age 61, of Villa Rica, died on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Born on September 26, 1963, Sandra was the daughter of the late Chalmers and Georgia Mayfield. Sandra lived a life marked by resilience, tenacity, and unwavering love for her family, especially her cherished son, Joey Ward.

Sandra was a tough-as-nails individual who faced life's challenges head-on and...

Deborah Poynter

May 23, 2025

Deborah Poynter, age 63, of Hiram, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025. Deborah was born on October 18, 1961, in Atlanta, Georgia, and was the daughter of the late Charles Jacobs, Sr. and Marilyn Patterson.

She is remembered fondly by her family and friends for her loving spirit and the joy she brought to those around her.

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Edwin V. Renner

May 22, 2025

Edwin V. Renner, age 78, of Hiram, Georgia, died peacefully on May 22, 2025. He was born on March 28, 1947, in Cleveland, Tennessee, and was the son of the late Olda and Madlyn Renner.

Edwin served our country honorably in the Navy and enjoyed a fulfilling career with Norfolk Southern Railroad, retiring after 30 years as a dedicated clerk. He...

Faye McLain

May 22, 2025

Faye Tims McLain, age 86, of Dallas, GA., died Thursday, May 22, 2025. Born on October 22, 1938, in Wynne, Arkansas, Faye was a loving mother, grandmother, and devoted homemaker.

Faye was a member of Pine Ridge Baptist Church. Her passions in life were gardening and traveling. An artist at heart, Faye expressed her creativity through various artistic endeavors...

Karen Luderman

May 21, 2025

Mrs. Karen Jean Luderman, age 81 of Dallas, GA, formerly of Sherwood, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the Savior of All Lutheran Church, 35 Indian Trail, SE, Cartersville, GA 30120 from 2:00-3:00pm. A funeral service will follow at 3:00pm at the church.

Interment services for...

Remona Thomas

May 19, 2025

Remona Ann Thomas, age 88, passed away on May 19, 2025. Born on September 20, 1936, in Kinston, North Carolina, to the late William and Mary Catherine Barnett, Remona was a guiding light in the lives of her family and friends.

As a devoted homemaker, Remona approached life with a joyful spirit and a heart full of kindness. She found peace...

Derek Hurst

May 17, 2025

Derek Hurst, age 59, of Hiram, Georgia passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 following a brief illness. He was born on July 23, 1965 the son of the late Ernest and Nina Kinsey Hurst. Derek was a self-employed truck driver. He attended Victory Baptist Church in Rockmart.

Derek will be remembered as a beloved husband and dedicated family man. Derek was...

Barbara O'Brien

May 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Kay O'Brien, who left us peacefully on May 15, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 31, 1948, in Martin, TN, Barbara lived a vibrant life full of joy and laughter, and made her home in Springville, TN.

She was a proud veteran of the...

Marie Prepetit

May 14, 2025

Marie Josette Prepetit, age 70, peacefully passed away on May 14, 2025. Born on June 22, 1954, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Marie lived a life defined by compassion, faith, and strength.

A devoted Certified Nursing Assistant, Marie spent her career caring for others with grace and empathy. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her work-she was the heart of her home and a...

Daphne Scott

May 13, 2025

Daphne Noreen Scott was born on June 9, 1961, to George Barksdale (deceased) and Lilly Scott in East Meadow, New York. She departed this world peacefully after a courageous battle with her health. Daphne entered this world as a powerful force and left it with the same strength and impact.

Raised in Hempstead, New York, Daphne received her education in the...

Yolanda Shanita Sanders

May 13, 2025

Yolanda (Lannie) Shantana Sanders, age 58, was born on April 26, 1967, in Dallas Georgia. Lannie transitioned into the loving arms of God on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. She joined Mars Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Dallas, Georgia at an early age. She later joined Sweet Home Baptist Church.

Lannie was preceded in death by her parents: Doris Philpot Sanders and Perry...

Sonja Corley

May 12, 2025

Sonja Elaine Matthews Corley, 84, received her Heavenly Reward on May 12, 2025, following a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Sonja was born on October 25, 1940, to Duvon Walton and Ethel Pauline Matthews in Dallas, Georgia where she was a lifelong resident. Sonja retired from the Paulding County School District where she worked in the central office for...

Hazel Morris

May 11, 2025

Hazel Annett Morris, age 83, passed away on May 11, 2025. Born on July 29, 1941, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Roy Lee and Marie Alice Pritchett, Hazel lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories, dedicated to her family and friends. A beloved homemaker, she embraced her role with joy, raising her children with warmth and...

John "Johnny" Vaughan

May 9, 2025

John "Johnny" Vaughan, Sr., age 88, of Dallas, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025. Johnny lived a rich and meaningful life, marked by hard work, deep faith, and a steadfast love for his family and the land he called home.

A proud lifelong farmer, Johnny poured his heart into the earth, cultivating not just crops but a legacy...