OBITUARIES
Sandra Lou Sims
Sep 13, 2026
Sandra Lou Sims, age 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 4, 1945, Sandra was the daughter of the late Dr. Loyd C. Yeargin and Ruby Jones Yeargin.
Sandra was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, Raymond Yeargin, Randy Yeargin, Gregory Yeargin, and Steve Yeargin.
She leaves...
Billie Darley Babb
Sep 12, 2026
Billie Darley Babb passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Saturday, September 12th, 2026. Billie was preceded in death by her loving husband of 70 years, Bob Babb, her parents, Doshie Davis Darley and Sidney Oscar Darley, her six brothers and 2 sisters: John, CT, Pierce, Preston, Pauline, Lucille, Sidney and Arthur.
Billie is survived by her 3 children and...
William "Bill" D. Gardner
Sep 11, 2026
William “Bill” D. Gardner, age 85, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026.
Bill, the son of Milton and Kathleen Gardner was born on June 20, 1941, in Ocala, Fl.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Milton Gardner, Jr.; brother-in-law, Charles S. Williams; sister-in-law, Diana Bryan Hoopes.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Susan Bryan...
Jack Donald Dyer
Sep 10, 2026
Mr. Jack Donald Dyer, age 84, of Dalton, Ga. passed away on September 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Dyer was born on April 18, 1942. Mr. Dyer was proceeded in death by his parents, Emmett and Willie Mae Dyer; brothers Millard Dyer, Kenneth Dyer, and Bill Dyer.
Jack was a outdoorsman, he loved mowing, golf, shooting pool, singing,...
Brenda Kay James
Sep 2, 2026
Brenda Kay James peacefully passed away on September 2, 2026, at her residence at Ridgewood Manor in Dalton, Georgia. Brenda was preceded in death by her father, Dr. William B. James. She is survived by her mother, Irma J. James of Dalton, Georgia; her sisters, Linda James Mowery (Harold Mowery) and Janet James Barnhardt (David Barnhardt); her sons, John Woods...
Beatrice (Bee) Smith Maybank
Sep 1, 2026
Beatrice (Bee) Smith Maybank passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026, in Dalton, Georgia. Bee had a strong faith in God, and a deep love for her family. Bee was born on June 1, 1944, in Asheville, North Carolina, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stacy Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas (Tommy) Huguenin...
Marilyn Kerr Arthur
Aug 26, 2026
Mrs. Marilyn Kerr Arthur, age 89, a lifelong resident of Dalton, GA departed this life and entered paradise on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, while in Regency Park Health Care Center.
She was preceded in death and the daughter of Ralph and Chessie Kerr; her husband of 51 years, Harry Lane Arthur; son, Lane Leftwich Arthur; brother, Jack Kerr.
She is survived by...
Larry Wayne McGlade
Aug 25, 2026
Larry Wayne McGlade passed away on August 25, 2026. He will be remembered as an extremely sweet and kind man whose presence brought warmth to those around him.
Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was a patriot of the United States. In his professional life, he worked at Northwest Carpet as vice president of sales, where he built...
Tony D. Turner
Aug 24, 2026
Mr. Tony D. Turner, 81, of Dalton passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026.
He was the son of the late William and Aley Birdwell Turner and was also preceded in death by his siblings, Opal Petala, Eloise Tucker, Imogene Cannon, Geraldine Smith, Lois Thomas, Jerry Turner, and Oscar Turner, Jr.
Mr. Turner is survived by his nieces and nephews.
A graveside service...
Brenda Jones
Aug 21, 2026
Brenda Jones, 78, of Dalton passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents and several brothers and sisters.
Brenda is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Grant and Carol Jones; grandsons, Liam Jones and Patrick Jones; siblings, Hubert Davenport, Betty Smith and Danny Davenport (Debbie). Several nieces, nephews and other family members also survive.
A memorial...
Robert Evans Shaw, Jr.
Aug 21, 2026
Robert Evans Shaw Jr., affectionately known as Bob Jr., a lifelong resident of Dalton, Georgia, went to live with his Lord on August 21, 2026, at the age of 66.
Born in Dalton on September 28, 1959, Bob Jr. was the son of Robert Evans “Bob” Shaw Sr. and Anna Sue Shaw. He was a private and gentle person who valued...
William Glenn Sloan
Aug 14, 2026
William Glenn Sloan, age 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 14, 2026, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. Born on April 29, 1940, Mr. Sloan lived a life of honor, integrity and servanthood. He was a man of his word, a follower of Christ and the...
Donald "Robby" Ray Robertson
Jul 28, 2026
Donald Ray Robertson, known to friends as “Robby”, passed away on the morning of July 28, 2026, in the care of Hearth Hospice in Chattanooga, TN. After suffering a broken hip, he was subsequently in the care of Hamilton Medical Center, Siskin Rehabilitation, Erlanger ER & ICU, and finally Hearth Hospice/Chattanooga Hospice Care. Our utmost respect and gratitude go out...
Alex Wayne McAtee
Jul 27, 2026
Alex Wayne McAtee “aka Big Al”, 30, of Rocky Face passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his nanny, Venita Stephens, mamaw, Dorothy Painter and nana and papa, Thomas and Phylis McAtee.
Alex was one of a kind—a hard-headed, big-hearted guy who loved his family and the outdoors. He was a good dad who loved hard....
Jean Mitchell Henson
Jul 27, 2026
Jean Mitchell Henson passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27, 2026, at home.
Born in Blackshear, Georgia on February 14, 1935, Jean was the daughter of Walter Gordon Mitchell and Mabel Bennett Mitchell.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Walter Gordon Mitchell, Jr. and beloved son, Mark Bennett Henson.
A member of First Baptist Church for 58 years, she...
Scott G. Young
Jul 26, 2026
Scott G. Young, 70, of Dalton passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Glen Young and Donna Young and his grandmother, Doris Smith.
Scott was a Veteran of the United States Navy.
He is survived by his sons, Brogan Young and Bryce Young; sister, Terri Simons (Bill); brother, Craig Young; ex-wife Brenda Young
Scott was a...
Berta "Bertie" Jackson
Jul 25, 2026
Berta “Bertie” Jackson, 84, of Dalton passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
She was the daughter of the late, Sam and Mollie Moore and was also preceded in death by her husband, Walter Jackson, daughter, Debra Stewart and brothers and sisters.
Bertie is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rebecca “Becky” Dyer (Jeff); grandchildren, Brett Dyer (Kelsey), Kyle Dyer (Montana), and...
Cristy Ann Fowler
Jul 24, 2026
Cristy Fowler, 54, of Dalton passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Inez Self and Claude Self and brother, Scott Carr.
Cristy will be remembered for her beautiful spirit, and love of life. May her memory bring comfort and peace to those she leaves behind.
She is survived by her husband, Kevin Fowler; daughters, Summer...
Tony Esmer Collins, Sr.
Jul 24, 2026
Tony Esmer Collins, Sr., 77, of Marion, NC passed away at his residence on Friday, July 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Tony was born in Dalton, Georgia on July 11, 1949, to the late Esmer Ed Collins and Irene Massingill Roberts.
He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Tony was a faithful member of Faith Missionary Baptist...
Thomas Louin Wright, Sr.
Jul 19, 2026
Thomas Louin Wright, 90, of Dalton, GA passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
He was born in Dalton, Georgia to the late Mattie Lou and George Dewey Wright and was also preceded in death by his wife, JoAnne Franklin Wright. He was a long-time member of Dalton First United Methodist Church.
Tom is survived by his daughter Laura Bock (Chris); sons...
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