OBITUARIES
Alice June Shreve
Dec 2, 2025
Alice June 'Sugar' Shreve slipped quietly away into the welcoming arms of our Lord on December 2, 2025, at the graceful age of 95.
She was born June 11,1930, to Benjamin Caleb Shreve, and Edna Luella Shreve from Union City, Pennsylvania.
She was the 7th of 9 children and always told many wonderful stories about her family, and growing up on a...
Rhonda Kay Akins Epperson
Nov 28, 2025
Mrs. Rhonda Kay Epperson, of Rocky Face, Georgia, a devout disciple of Christ, dedicated wife, selfless mother, caring Nana, and caregiver to all, won her battle with cancer and entered the presence of the Lord on November 28, 2025. Rhonda will be remembered for her outgoing spirit, boundless generosity, and unwavering love.
Born in Dalton, Georgia, on July 3, 1957, Rhonda...
James 'Jim' Herbert Croft, Sr.
Nov 27, 2025
Mr. James 'Jim' Herbert Croft, Sr., of Winder, Georgia, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Jim was born on Thursday, September 29, 1938, in Sale City, Mitchell County, Georgia, to the late Mr. Willis Raymond Croft and the late Mrs. Linnie Jewell Carroll Croft.
Jim was a 1956 graduate of Sale City High School. He went on...
Mary Harris Hamilton
Nov 26, 2025
Ms. Mary Harris Hamilton, age 71, of Ormond Beach, Florida, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Mary was born on Saturday, July 31, 1954, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. R.E. Hamilton and the late Mrs. Anne Pfeiffer Hamilton.
Born and raised in Dalton, Georgia, Mary graduated from Dalton High School in 1972. She went on...
Ray Hall
Nov 24, 2025
Mr. Boyce Ray Hall, known throughout his life by everyone who knew and loved him as 'Ray,' age 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Ray was born on Friday, November 9, 1945, in Malta, Texas, to the late Mr. Robert Virgil Hall, Jr., and the late Mrs. Helen Louise Langford...
Robert Grady Orr
Nov 23, 2025
Mr. Robert Grady Orr, lovingly known by all those who knew him as 'Grady,' age 87, of Chatsworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home in the early morning hours of Sunday, November 23, 2025.
Grady was born on Friday, September 9, 1938, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. Altus Glenn Orr and the late Mrs. Eula Corina Wallace.
In addition...
Willard Kenneth Bryant
Nov 20, 2025
Willard Kenneth Bryant, lovingly known as Kenneth or Ken, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the age of 89, as a resident of Loganville, Georgia. Born on March 3, 1936, in Dalton, Georgia, Ken lived a long, full life marked by devotion to his family, hard work, and the simple joys that brought him true happiness.
A 1953 graduate...
Kathy Elaine McCurdy Bishop
Nov 18, 2025
Kathy Elaine McCurdy Bishop, 72, of Dalton passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Madeline and Kenneth Fowler; father, William Paul McCurdy; brothers, Wayne McCurdy and Rex McCurdy; grandparents.
Kathy worked at Beaulieu for over 20 years and served as a foster parent for over 18. She loved her family, especially her...
Earlene Duncan Camp
Nov 17, 2025
Mrs. Marian Earlene Duncan Camp, age 95, of Dalton, Georgia, known by all those who knew her and loved her as 'Earlene,' passed away peacefully on Monday, November 17, 2025.
Earlene was born on Friday, December 20, 1929, in Whitfield County, Georgia, to the late Mr. John Marion Duncan and the late Mrs. Mary Thelma Sane.
To know Earlene was to love...
Sandra Darleen Adams Greeson
Nov 15, 2025
Mrs. Sandra Darleen Adams Greeson, age 62, of LaGrange, Georgia, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
Sandra was born on Monday, December 3, 1962, in Adairsville, Georgia, to the late Mr. J.D. Adams and the late Mrs. Elaine Sutherland Adams.
Sandra was a devoted mother and grandmother, and she loved her Lord, Jesus Christ.
In addition to her...
Gregory Shannon Christol
Nov 14, 2025
Mr. Gregory Shannon Christol, age 48, of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025.
Condolences and messages of sympathy may be expressed for Greg's family through Love Funeral Home's online guestbook.
Gerald Elder
Nov 13, 2025
Gerald Elder, 63, of Tunnel Hill passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Rose and Bill Baggett and his grandparents, Lee and Bernice Lewis.
Gerald was the kind of person who loved his family more than anything. His faith was a big part of who he was — he loved God and loved going to...
Kim Wilson
Nov 12, 2025
Kim Wilson, 67, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Wilson; father, Billy Edwards; grandparents, Jewell and Alec Bigham and Bill and Francis Edwards; uncle, Clarence “Pud” Bigham.
Kim will be remembered for her sweet and loving disposition. She had the kindest heart, a gentle spirit and forgiving nature. She had a deep...
Joan Sue Gish Manis
Nov 11, 2025
Ms. Joan Sue Gish Manis, age 81, of Brunswick, Georgia, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
Joan was born Sunday, June 18, 1944, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Mr. Charles Hiram Gish and the late Mrs. Gladys Elizabeth Beason Gish.
In addition to her parents, Joan is preceded in death by her son, Andrew Reid 'Andy'...
Ronald E. Parker
Nov 10, 2025
Ronald E. Parker (Ron), 75 of Dalton, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025.
He was the son of the late John and Bea Parker and was also preceded in death by his brother, Bruce E. Parker.
Ron retired from the Dalton Fire Department after 29 years of service. Ron was a 1968 graduate of Dalton High School. He attended Pine Grove...
James Eugene Osborne
Nov 6, 2025
Mr. James Eugene Osborne, age 81, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
He was born on Monday, February 14, 1944, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. J.A. Osborne and the late Mrs. Annie Mae Bramlett Osborne.
In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Jane Boyd.
He is survived by his...
Judy Adams
Nov 4, 2025
Judy Adams, 79, of Rocky Face, Georgia, transitioned to heaven on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was born on April 9, 1946, in Hampton, Virginia. In 1979, she co-founded Dalyn Rug Company along with her husband, Bill Adams. She was involved in its success for over 46 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents Julian Sharpton...
Kenny Doyle Winkler
Oct 20, 2025
Mr. Kenny Doyle Winkler, age 56, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on the evening of Monday, October 20, 2025.
Kenny was born in Virginia on Wednesday, January 8, 1969, to the late Ms. Una Moore.
Kenny was a man of many talents and traits. He worked as a mechanic and engineer for many years, with the ability to...
William Judson Manly, Jr.
Oct 19, 2025
William Judson Manly, Jr., was born in Dalton, GA on May 8, 1929, the second child of Mary McLellan Manly and William Judson Manly, Sr. He finished his earthly life in Dalton on October 19, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Judson was a graduate of Dalton High (’46) and a 1950 graduate of Georgia Tech where he earned one of...
Shirley Jo Helton Couch
Oct 13, 2025
Mrs. Shirley Jo Helton Couch, age 86, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Full obituary details are forthcoming and will be published by Love Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and/or to the Shriner's Hospitals for Children,...
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