OBITUARIES
Mary Annette Sloan Boyd
Mar 14, 2026
Mrs. Mary Annette Sloan Boyd, age 92, affectionately known throughout her life to everyone who knew and loved her as 'Annette,' passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Annette was born on Wednesday, December 13, 1933, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. James Glenn Sloan and the late Mrs. Rosaline Harris Sloan.
Full obituary and arrangement details are forthcoming and...
Rhonda Sue Short Eldridge
Mar 12, 2026
Ms. Rhonda Sue Short Eldridge, age 55, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Rhonda was born on Thursday, February 4, 1971, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. Billy Earl Short and Mrs. Vivian Sue Fountain Short.
In addition to her mother, Rhonda is survived by her children, Austin Eldridge and Chyna Wilson.
Rhonda's family will conduct a Memorial...
Heather Jackson
Mar 10, 2026
Heather Lynn Jackson was born on June 28, 1972. She passed March 10, 2026, in her parents home with her loving husband and family with her. She may have lost her battle with Cancer, but she gained her Heavenly Home with her Lord and Savior.
She is survived by her husband/lifelong-best friend, Kenneth Jackson; parents, Gary and Angela Asbury and Karen...
Mary Susan Hardin
Mar 9, 2026
Ms. Mary Susan Hardin, known throughout her life by all who knew and loved her as 'Susan,' passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, March 9, 2026.
Susan was born on Wednesday, October 18, 1972, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. Eugene 'Lamar' Hardin and Mrs. Mary Rogers Hardin Strain.
In addition to her father, Susan is preceded in...
Clarence Richard 'Dick' Coleman
Mar 6, 2026
Clarence Richard 'Dick' Coleman, 80, of Dalton, Georgia was called home to Heaven on Friday, March 6, 2026 at Hamilton Medical Center.
Dick leaves behind a legacy of firm faith in his Lord and Savior, loving devotion to his family and friends, and proud commitment to his community. He and his beloved wife, Elaine, moved to Dalton in 1968 where he...
Janet Savells Estes
Mar 5, 2026
Mrs. Janet Savells Estes, age 94, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at The Gardens at Royal Oaks.
Janet was born on Monday, June 29, 1931, in New York City, New York.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Robert Kelly Estes, and her daughter, Leslie Barker of Winston Salem, North Carolina.
She is...
JoAnne Franklin Wright
Mar 5, 2026
JoAnne Franklin Wright, 90, of Dalton, GA passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
She was born in Augusta, Georgia to the late Lottie and Robert Franklin. She was a long-time member of Dalton First United Methodist Church.
JoAnne is survived by her husband Tom Wright; daughter Laura Bock (Chris); sons Tom Wright, Jr. (Wendy) of Dunwoody, GA and Bobby Wright (Holly)...
Betty Gravley Dyer
Mar 3, 2026
Betty Gravley Dyer, 90, of Dalton passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Pearl and JW Gravley Sr.; husband, Otis Dyer; brother, JW “Chub” Gravley Jr.
Betty is survived by her daughter, Linda Dyer Meaux; grandchildren, Shana and Patrick Boyle and Shane and Felicia Meaux; great-grandchildren, Drew Gomillion, Harris Gomillion, Landon Meaux, Mady Meaux,...
Bobby Smith
Mar 3, 2026
Bobby Smith, 75, of Tunnel Hill, GA, passed away on March 3, 2026, at his residence.
Bobby is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Bea Smith; brothers, Ricky and Donald Smith; sister, Earnestine Smith; grandson, Daniel Bryant.
Bobby found great joy in the simple, honest pleasures of life. He loved attending auctions, fishing and took great pride in selling produce....
Kian Luca Trammell
Mar 1, 2026
Kian Luca Trammell, age 5 weeks and 5 days, passed away on March 1, 2026. Though his time here on earth was brief, he filled every moment with immeasurable love, light, and joy.
Born on January 19, 2026, Kian was a precious blessing from God. His sweet presence, tiny hands, and peaceful spirit touched the lives of his family in ways...
Martha Ann Poteet
Feb 24, 2026
Martha Ann Poteet, 87, of Dalton passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest R. Poteet and daughter, Debra Lynn Poteet.
Martha had a servant’s heart, always placing the needs of those around her before her own. Her life was a testament to deep compassion, and steadfast commitment to her family. Nothing brought her...
Marie Stull Crosby
Feb 21, 2026
Marie Stull Crosby, age 89, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026.
She was born on December 7, 1936, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Dr. Rufus M. Coffman and Ruth Ellis Coffman.
She attended Shades Valley High School in Birmingham, Alabama, where she graduated before continuing her education at Auburn University. There, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion...
Jeffery Alan 'Jeff' Blackburn
Feb 21, 2026
Mr. Jeffery Alan 'Jeff' Blackburn, age 67, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Jeff was born on Saturday, August 30, 1958, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. W.H. 'Billy' Blackburn, Jr., and the late Mrs. Bernese Shoemaker Blackburn.
Jeff was born and raised and spent his life in Dalton, Georgia. He was a...
Marjorie Lenice Mungall Haigler
Feb 18, 2026
Marjorie Lenice Mungall Haigler, age 79, of Saint Marys, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026. Born on October 19, 1946, in Sylacauga, Alabama, Marjorie lived a life defined by devotion to her family, warmth of spirit, and a generous heart.
Marjorie built a career in office administration, working with several companies in Dalton, Georgia, before retiring from FibroChem in...
William Cordelius Cardin, Jr.
Feb 18, 2026
William Cordelius Cardin, Jr. “Kim”, 69, of Tunnel Hill passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
He was proceeded in death by his father, W.C.C. Sr. and Wife: DeJeannette Cardin.
Kim was born on May 22, 1956, in LaFayette, GA and spent most of his life in the tri county area of Dalton, Rome and Lafayette. He was self-employed most of his...
Harry Eugene Sanders
Feb 16, 2026
Harry Eugene Sanders, age 83, of Cobb County, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Born on May 21, 1942, to the late Clay and Ruth Sanders, Harry was a loving husband, father, and Papa. Known for his giving and generous heart, he always put others before himself. He cherished every moment spent raising his daughters and found great...
Dr. Charles Blanchard Clark
Feb 15, 2026
Dr. Charlie Clark, 84, of Dalton, GA, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, faith, and selfless service.
Charlie was born December 8, 1941 in Lagrange, GA to P.B. and Louise Clark. He attended North Georgia College and Lagrange College, then Emory University School of Dentistry, earning his doctorate in...
Cliff Hudgens Weeks
Feb 15, 2026
Mr. Cliff Hudgens Weeks, Sr., age 87, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Cliff was born on Christmas Day, 1938, in Blue Ridge, Georgia, to the late Mr. Junior and Mrs. Willie Weeks.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Mrs. Ruby Long Weeks. He is further...
Aubrey Lee Harrell
Feb 14, 2026
Aubrey Lee Harrell, 74, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, GA.
Born in Manchester, Tennessee on July 14, 1951, he grew up in Bell Buckle, Tennessee before making Dalton area his home. Aubrey worked in lawn and tree services and was known for operating his Christmas tree stand each year. He was...
Wesley Keith Woodard
Feb 13, 2026
Wesley Keith Woodard, 32, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Wesley was born on April 22, 1993, in Libertyville, Illinois.
Wesley is survived by his family and friends who will mourn his passing and celebrate his life.
Condolences and messages of sympathy may be expressed for Wesley's family through Love Funeral Home's online guestbook.
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