OBITUARIES

Sep 17, 2024

William Larry Joyce, affectionately known as Larry, passed away on September 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Larry was born on November 21, 1947, in Dalton, GA to W.L. and Mavis Joyce. He grew up in the “Eastside" area of Dalton, where he forged lifelong friendships and earned the nickname “Lightning Larry” through his passion for...

Sep 17, 2024

Ms. Tina Michelle Moore McFadden, age 56, of Charlotte, North Carolina, and formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center.

Tina was born on Monday, September 2, 1968, to Mr. Tom and Mrs. Marge Johnson.

Tina was truly a one-of-a-kind individual; to quote her mother, she...

Sep 15, 2024

River Cole McHan was born into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Valence Ooten, Billy McHan and Sharry McHan and great-grandparents, Shirley and Luther Bramlett.

River is survived by his parents, Tasha Bramlett and Billy McHan; siblings, Kase, McKynleigh, Braxton and Ridge McHan; grandmother,...

Sep 14, 2024

Mrs. Jackie Pauline ‘Polly’ Richards Cooper, age 77, of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, September 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Polly was born in Dalton, Georgia, on Friday, July 17, 1947, to the late Mr. Jack and Mrs. Reba Groves Richards.

In addition to her parents, Polly is...

Sep 12, 2024

Wilma Jean Green Flowers, 87, of Cohutta passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024.

She was the daughter of the late Oscar Green and Martha Howard. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy L. Flowers; son, Larry G. Flowers; and siblings, Roy Green and Geraldine Morgan.

Wilma was an amazing mother and...

Sep 10, 2024

Mrs. Sandra ‘Sandy’ Louise Carlson Martin, age 78, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, at Quinton Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Sandy was born on Monday, April 1, 1946, in Denver, Colorado, to the late Mr. William and Mrs. Elizabeth Allen Carlson.

Sandy grew up all...

Sep 10, 2024

Mr. Stanley Eric Carlson, Sr. of Dalton, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, September 10th at the age of 90.

Stan was born March 5th, 1934, in Winona, Minnesota and grew up in Elberton, Georgia. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Sylvia Mohler Carlson, and his three sons and daughters-in-law, Eric and Mechelle Carlson, Tony...

Sep 10, 2024

William Lawrence (Larry) McConnell passed from this life to eternal life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.

Larry was born in Chattanooga, TN and grew up in Dalton, GA. Larry was a 1963 graduate of Dalton High School and a 1967 graduate of Mercer University in Macon, GA. After graduation Larry...

Aug 28, 2024

Mickey Walker, 71, of Dalton passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Mickey was born on February 6, 1953, to the late Boyd Eugene Walker and Hazel Schurch Walker.

He loved music, photography and building and working with his hands. Most importantly Mickey loved his family with all his heart.

He is survived...

Aug 24, 2024

Mrs. Martha Ellen Powell Allred, known throughout her entire life to everyone as ‘Cindy,’ passed away peacefully at her home in the early morning hours of Saturday, August 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Cindy was born on Monday, October 14, 1935, in Cartersville, Georgia, to the late Mr. Dewey and Mrs. Mamie Jo Stone Powell....

Aug 22, 2024

John Edmond Duke, 89, of Dalton passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Doreen Duke; mother of his children, Betty Ann Duke; siblings, Doloris Burkett and Buck Duke.

John was a member of The Church of God of the Union Assembly and spent most of his life...

Aug 21, 2024

Sara Ann Proffitt Masters, 96, of Dalton, passed away at her home on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, entering the eternal presence of her beloved Lord and Savior Jesus Christ joining beloved family members and friends waiting for her homecoming. Sara Ann was born in Dalton on January 20, 1928, to the late J.R. and Floried Adams Proffitt. In addition...

Aug 19, 2024

Mrs. Loraine Richards Bradford, age 99, of the Redwine Cove community in Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 19, 2024, at Gordon Health & Rehabilitation.

Mrs. Bradford was born in Dalton on Wednesday, September 24, 1924, to the late Mr. George and Mrs. Alma Richards Wilson.

Mrs. Bradford was a lifelong member of...

Aug 15, 2024

Edna Earl McDonald Orr went to be with the Lord on August 15th, 2024, at the young age of 96. She was born in Dawnville, GA on November 29th, 1927, and began her beautiful life with Ralph Wallace Orr (deceased) in 1947. Edna was an active member of the Dalton and Whitfield County communities throughout her life, retiring from...

Aug 13, 2024

Mrs. Minnie Pearl Wade Leonard, age 89, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away Tuesday morning, August 13, 2024.

She was born in Ringgold, Georgia, on Thursday, April 25, 1935, to the late Mr. Colquitt and Mrs. Mossie Lowery Wade.  Pearl was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She shared her faith in God through her love and...

Aug 2, 2024

Rufus Major Guthrie, Jr., 82, of Dalton passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024.

Rufus was the son of the late Major and Lucille Guthrie. He owned and operated his family business, Guthrie Hardware, for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed flying planes and spending time at the lake.

He is survived...

Jul 27, 2024

Henry Leroy Vigil, known as “Chief” to many (retired Navy), died at home with family on July 27, 2024. He was the most kindhearted man that in his own words, “was NOT stubborn”.

He adored his wife and children and loved his family. He was passionate about politics and enjoyed fun times, playing ball with his grandchildren,...

Jul 25, 2024

Krista “Janine” Smith Leonard born July 16, 1949, passed away on July 25, 2024.

She was a 1967 Dalton High School graduate with a gift for basketball, tennis, swimming and lifeguard.

She retired as an Assistant Vice President from Dalton Whitfield Bank, having worked in the banking industry for numerous local banks for over 40...

Jul 22, 2024

AJ Larmon, 92, of Dalton passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024.

He was the son of the late Viola and A.L. “Yank” Larmon and was also preceded in death by his grandson, Cory Larmon and siblings, I.T. Larmon, Leonard Larmon, Marie Westmoreland and Edna Dillingham.

AJ was a Korean War Veteran. He was a...

Jul 20, 2024

Mr. Emile Joseph Flamand, age 81, of Rocky Face, Georgia, and formerly of North Brookfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20th, 2024, with his loving daughters by his side.

Emile was born on Thursday, October 15th, 1942, in North Brookfield, Massachusetts, to the late Mr. Arthur J. Flamand and Mrs. Florette Rochefort Flamand.

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