OBITUARIES

September 5, 2021

Julia Fae Austin, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 5, 2021. Mrs. Austin was born on September 19, 1934 in Dallas, GA. She was a member of Narroway Baptist Church, loved to travel, and being with family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Rilla Turner.

September 4, 2021

Valerie Jean Bagwell, age 64, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Bagwell was born on September 21, 1956 in Dallas, GA. Valerie worked at Home Depot as an inventory analyst for more than 23 years. She especially enjoyed teaching Sunday school and children’s church and was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. Valerie was...

September 1, 2021

Joseph James Keeley, born in Conshohocken, PA on March 3, 1947, died suddenly on September 1, 2021.

Joe is survived by his wife of 50 years, Christine Keeley (Grillo) his daughters, Jennifer Boninfante (Nicholas), Meredith Duggan (Chad), and Colleen Keeley. He was also the proud grandfather of Santino, Gianna, and Declan. And we can't forget his furry...

September 1, 2021

Sherri Michelle Denman, age 51, passed away on Wednesday September 1, 2021. Sherri was born on September 2, 1969 to her loving parents, Bill and Jean Jackson. She worked as dispatcher for 18 years and enjoyed music and singing. She will be loved and missed by all who knew her.

Sherri is survived by her husband Donald...

September 1, 2021

Blanche Lilly Fisher, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Fisher was born December 1, 1929 in Woodbury, GA. Blanche worked in the healthcare field at a nursing home for more than 10 years. Everyone that loved and knew her will remember her as a hard-working woman. She is preceded in...

August 31, 2021

Evelyn Dolores Stoye, age 94, passed into eternity on August 31, 2021, into the arms of Jesus. She was born on February 9, 1927 in Queens, NY to her late parents, Ernest and Alberta Zito. Evelyn worked as a Xerox Operator at Grumman Aerospace for 20 years. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her...

August 31, 2021

Robert Louis Baker, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Mr. Baker was born on June 14, 1940 in Chicago, IL. Robert served his country in the United States Marine Corp (USMC). He was a proud Devil Dog. He later pursued a career as an Air Traffic Controller for the FAA. He is preceded in death by...

August 30, 2021

Sue Parker, 85, beloved Mother, Sister, and Grandmother, was called home to be with her lord on August 30, 2021. She entered this world on July 9, 1936 in Eton, GA, born to John and Edith Riggins. Sue worked as a makeup artist for Este Lauder for over 20 years and was a Stewardess for Delta Airline in the...

August 29, 2021

Betty Jane Baggett, age 81, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021. Betty was born on February 4, 1940, to her late parents G. D. and Gladys Bullock.  She was a loving mother and wife who enjoyed taking care of her family. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Mark A Baggett.

August 29, 2021

Lonnie Hatmaker, age 85, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 29, 2021. Mr. Hatmaker was born on June 3, 1936 in Lake City, Tennessee. He retired from Lockheed Martin Flight Line Management where he worked for more than 35 years. Lonnie is preceded in death by his first wife, Nan Hatmaker; parents, Carden and Nevada Hatmaker;...

August 27, 2021

Lisa Dycus, age 55, passed away on Friday, August 27, 2021. She was born on April 8, 1966 to her parents, McCoy and Shirley Gault Dycus. Lisa taught elementary school at Paulding and Douglas Counties for more than 20 years. She is preceded in death by her father, McCoy Dycus. Lisa is survived by her loving husband, Fabian Dycus;...

August 27, 2021

Michael Robert Dugan, age 73, passed away on Friday, August 27, 2021. Michael was born on October 6, 1947 in Richmond, IN, to his late parents Robert and Mamie Hannah Dugan.  He enjoyed being with his family, traveling home to Indiana and wood working. He was a mechanic for over 40 years and was a member of Dallas First...

August 26, 2021

Kenneth Vernon Coggins, age 82, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Kenneth was born on April 20, 1939 to the late Jesse Vernon and Nell Coggins. He worked as an assembly line worker in the auto industry for over 30 years and was a Christian by faith. He was a loving husband, father, and friend, who will be...

August 23, 2021

Carson Rhodes Lucero, age 26, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021 in St. Augustine, FL. Carson was born on April 15, 1995 in Ft Hood, TX. He was known by all who loved him as being bigger than life and as the jokester in the group; he was a walking party. Many of his friends remember him playing...

August 19, 2021

D. Jeane Rogers Weddle, 80, of Dallas, GA passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2021. She was born on September 7, 1940, in Chattanooga, TN to the late Chester Armstrong Rogers and Marguerite Lucile Layne Pendergrass. This caring and loving lady with a generous heart was a retired registered nurse who spent 40 years in the nursing field. She...

August 19, 2021

Brian Keith Bozarth, 57, of Dallas, GA passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2021. He was born on April 10, 1964, in Richmond, CA. He was self-employed as a business contractor for more than 37 years. An "angel on earth," Brian was a giving person. He loved his family and grandkids, and his family was always first; but he...

August 15, 2021

Gary (Bill) Leroy Rowell, age 74, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021. He was born on January 12, 1947 in Buchanan, GA. Mr. Rowell worked for Ford Motor Company on the assembly line for more than 33 years. He loved cars and racing at the dragstrip, mud bogging, and was a huge Georgia Bulldog fan. Bill is preceded...

August 14, 2021

Elizabeth Gail Forsyth, age 66, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021. Gail was born on November 15, 1954 to her loving parents Elwood and Josephine Ferguson in Atlanta, GA. Mrs. Forsyth worked for Suntrust as a Loan Processor for over 10 years and was a member of Springdale Baptist Church. She will be remembered for many things but...

August 14, 2021

Jeff Bagby was born and raised in Paulding County, GA. He graduated from Dallas High School in 1961. His parents, George and Ruth Bagby were life-long residents of Paulding County. He is survived by a brother, Tommy Bagby, and a sister, Judy Bagby. He is also survived by a daughter, Jenni Bagby Turner, a step-son, Jeff Rakestraw, nephew, Kyle...

August 13, 2021

Frankie Lenora Westbrook, age 86, passed away on Friday, August 13, 2021 peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family. Frankie was born on June 21, 1935 in Powder Springs, GA. Mrs. Westbrook was owner of Westbrook Trucking with her husband. She was also a member of Faith Baptist Temple Church where she sang regularly. Frankie enjoyed cooking,...