OBITUARIES
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,...
Terr-Ella Elane Hawkins
Oct 13, 2025
Terr-Ella Elane Hawkins, 72, of Dalton passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late Doyle Henry and Rachel Brock.
Terr-Ella is survived by her husband, Jerry Hawkins; daughters, Shelly Lofty (Bobby) and Misty Brown; grandchildren, Kayleen Mullins, and Britney Brown; great-grandchildren, Emmrie, Skylah, Nevaeh, Ivory Jane, and Landon; stepdad, Joe Brock; siblings, Phyllis Cagle (David) and...
Brenda Satterfield Adams
Oct 13, 2025
Brenda Joyce Satterfield Adams, 82, of Dalton, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 13, 2025 after a long struggle with dementia.
A daughter of the north Georgia hills, Brenda was born on October 25, 1942, the youngest child of Flossie and Euguene Satterfield. She was raised on the family farm off Airport Road, where she learned the values of...
Michael Scott Hardin
Oct 10, 2025
Mr. Michael Scott Hardin, age 59, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025.
Scott was born Friday, December 10, 1965, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. John Russell Hardin and Mrs. Pauline 'Polly' Armstrong Hardin.
Scott was a 1983 graduate of Northwest Whitfield High School, and went on to obtain his associate's degree from Dalton State College. He...
Michael Edward 'Mike' Henderson
Oct 9, 2025
Michael Edward (Mike) Henderson of Rocky Face, Georgia, passed into glory peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025 surrounded by his loving and heartbroken family.
Born in 1947, Mike began and ended his life in the same house in Westside that his father built in 1946 after returning from the Pacific War. He was the son of the late June Edward and...
Floyd Gene Franklin
Oct 9, 2025
Floyd “Gene” Franklin, age 85, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025, in Collinsville, Alabama, with his devoted daughter by his side.
Born in Brasstown, North Carolina, Gene lived a full life marked by hard work, faith, and devotion to family. A longtime resident of Dalton and member of ChristChurch Presbyterian, he carried the quiet strength of his...
Catherine J. Suttles
Oct 9, 2025
Catherine J. Suttles, 75, of Villa Rica passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late Marion Henry Suttles and Margaret Suttles and was also preceded in death by her son, Shawn Marion Suttles.
Catherine is survived by her son, Larry Suttles, four grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
Condolences and messages of sympathy may be expressed for Catherine’s family...
Mary Katherine Farley Cleveland
Oct 7, 2025
Mrs. Mary Katherine Cleveland (née Farley), age 82, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in Calhoun, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on July 27, 1943, in West Virginia, Mary lived a full and vibrant life marked by resilience, humor, and a deep love for her family.
She was a loving mother to her children: Teresa (Roger) Miller, Dallas Perkins,...
Robert C. (Bob) White
Oct 3, 2025
Robert C. (Bob) White, 87 of Dalton, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025.
He was the son of the late Sam and Hazel White and was also preceded in death by his sister, Margaret White Grigsby.
Bob is survived by his wife of 60 years, June Godfrey White; daughter and son-in-law, Crystal White and Danny Callaway; granddaughter, Callie Elizabeth Callaway.
Funeral services...
Francis Louvinie Jackson
Oct 2, 2025
Ms. Francis Louvinie Jackson, age 93, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
Louvinie was born on Sunday, November 22, 1931, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. Claude James Jackson, Sr., and the late Mrs. Gladys Louvinie Goswick Jackson.
In addition to her parents, Louvinie is preceded in death by her infant son, Robbie Griggs; daughter, Judy Dial;...
Fred Wood Snell, Jr.
Oct 1, 2025
Fred Wood Snell Jr., age 89, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Fred was born January 29, 1936, in Rome, Georgia. He was the son of the late Fred Wood Snell and Mildred McCord Snell. Fred is preceded in death by his wife and sweetheart of 64 years, Carol Rogers Snell.
On...
Camerino Lopez Ortiz
Sep 30, 2025
Camerino López Ortiz, nacido el 13 de marzo de 1967 en San Rafael del Moral, GTO, México, falleció el 30 de septiembre de 2025 en Columbus, Ohio. Herrero industrial, Camerino dedicó gran parte de su vida a su labor, viajando extensamente por motivos de trabajo. Fue conocido no solo por su habilidad y experiencia, sino también por su inquebrantable amabilidad...
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