OBITUARIES

Mar 17, 2020

Mrs. Nancy S. Puryear Strain, 77, of Dalton passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas and Maude Puryear and her brother, Douglas Puryear.

Nancy was a very caring woman who loved flowers and cooking, with her favorite saying being, “Lovin doesn’t last but good...

Mar 13, 2020

Richard Lamar Scott “Pops”, 89, of Dalton passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020.

He was the son of the late Crawford and Bertie Scott and was also preceded in death by his son Ricky Scott, brother Grady Scott and sister Annie Ruth Scott.

Lamar was a loving, caring and patient man who will be...

Mar 10, 2020

Gladys Eaves Rogers, 87, peacefully passed away on March 10 , 2020, with both of her daughters by her side.

Gladys was born on April 17 , 1932 and grew up in Polk County, Tennessee. She was married to Jasper Rogers...

Mar 8, 2020

Mrs. Evelyn Caldwell Hawkins, 95, of Dalton passed away peacefully in her sleep and went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, March 8, 2020.

She was the daughter of the late Charles and Viola Caldwell and was preceded in death by her husband, G.W. Hawkins; brothers, Robert Caldwell, Charles H. Caldwell Jr. and W.R. Caldwell....

Mar 7, 2020

Elizabeth (Betty) Aborn McCamy Lumpkin, 95, entered the Church Triumphant on Saturday, March 7, 2020.

As well as by her beloved husband W.H.(Bill) Lumpkin, Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.C. McCamy; parents-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Lumpkin, Sr.; brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Carlton McCamy; brother-in-law, Dr. Murray Lumpkin; sisters,...

Mar 5, 2020

Alvin Wayne Hise, 79, of Dalton passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2020.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents Alvin and Irene Hise. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Nancy and Knobby Walsh, nephew Scooter (Laurie) Swanson, niece Robin (Jeff) Ellenburg, great nieces Carson (Preston) Keck, Massey (fiancé Heath Warren) Swanson, and Bayley...

Mar 3, 2020

Laurie Jones White 4/27/50 – 3/3/20

Laurie Jones White passed away on March 3, 2020. She was the youngest child of Alfred and Frances Jones who preceded her in death. She grew up in Dalton surrounded by lots of family because of her dad’s extended family all being in Dalton.

She graduated from Dalton High...

Feb 29, 2020

W. M. "George" Tipton, Jr., 95, of Dalton, died peacefully on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at Regency Park.

George was born on February 23, 1925, in Marshall, North Carolina, to the late William McKinley Tipton, Sr. and Annie Mae Tipton and preceded in death by his wife, Louise Smith Tipton; son, George B. Tipton; brothers, Herbert, James, Johnny, Raymond,...

Feb 27, 2020

Mrs. Bonnie H. Stepp, 91, of Dalton passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Ollie Towe; son, Ronnie Junior Stepp and several brothers and sisters.

Bonnie is survived by her two sons and daughter, Nolan Stepp of Warsaw, MO., Leon Stepp of Blairsville, GA. and...

Feb 27, 2020

Justin David Worley, 36, of Dalton passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020 at his home.

Justin was preceded in death by his grandparents, Preacher Hogan and Peggy.

He was brilliant, thoughtful, kind, musically-talented, and loved by all.

He is survived by his son, James Worley of Dalton; mother, Jan Ford of Dalton; father,...

Feb 25, 2020

Christine Eunice Slappey Jones, 103 years old, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020.

She is the mother of Maj. Bobby M. Jones, M.D. USAF Flight Surgeon, Missing-in-Action 11-28-1972. She is preceded in death by her husband Marvin Joseph Jones, brothers Lennick and Lorraine Slappey, George and Opal Slappey, Bascom D. and Juanita Slappey, Donald Slappey and by...

Feb 21, 2020

Joanne Smith, 87 years young, passed away February 21, 2020.

Joanne was born in Huntsville Alabama in 1932 to Jessie Daniel Smith and Lillie Mae Esslinger Smith, and was blessed to be the youngest of the ten children from their love.  She was loved by many, disliked by none, gracious and caring, and instinctively a good mother...

Feb 12, 2020

Mavis O. Joyce, 95, of Dalton passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2020.

She was the daughter of the late Charles and Rose Arrington. Mavis was also preceded in death by her husband, Dub Joyce; grandson, Bryce Joyce; sister, Geneva Smith; brothers, Bill, Wingo, Charles, Clifford and Nathan Arrington.

She is survived by her sons...

Feb 4, 2020

Our precious son, father, husband, John David Gaddy III passed away February 4, 2020.

John David was raised in Dalton, GA and attended Dalton High School. He was an avid sports fan and loved the Tennessee Vols. John David loved the lake and bass fishing. He cherished his wife and children. His son Barrett 3, and daughter...

Feb 4, 2020

Tanner was welcomed into the gates of Heaven at 8:53 PM (Nashville time) on Tuesday, February 4, 2020. We are heartbroken beyond imagination but we rejoice knowing he is with family in the presence of our Heavenly Father.

To know Tanner was to love him. He was a gentle giant with a warm, loving heart. He was...

Jan 31, 2020

Raymond George Anderson, 88, of Tunnel Hill passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020.

He was the son of the late Arthur and Winifred Anderson and was also preceded in death by his sister, Betty Gilmartin and son, Andy Anderson.

Ray was an active member of Tunnel Hill United Methodist Church, where he was in...

Jan 28, 2020

Scott E. Edge, 57, of Resaca passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2020.

He was the son of the late Oliver and Ruby Edge and was also preceded in death by his brother, Gary Edge.

Scott was known for being loving, generous and kind. He had a special place in his heart for animals. He...

Jan 23, 2020

Barbara Jean Aldridge, 88 of Cohutta, GA passed away peacefully in her home on January 23, 2020. She was surrounded by her closest family and friends as she entered the gates of heaven. Barbara was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt to many. Her family described her as a warrior; strong, selfless, loyal and kind. She loved...

Jan 22, 2020

Nell M. Rogers, of Dalton, passed peacefully into her Heavenly Father’s arms one day shy of her 93rd birthday.  Nell was a kindhearted and generous mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a friend to many.  She loved gardening, reading good books, and helping others (be they human, animal or plant), and she never stopped learning. She will be missed by...

Jan 20, 2020

L.R. Keeter, 91, of Dalton passed away on Monday, January 20, 2020.

He was the son of the late Ross and Annie Keeter and was preceded in death by his wife, Eddie June Keeter and brothers and sisters, Kin Keeter, J.D. Keeter, Christine Poe and Dot Milam.

L.R. was a loving husband, father, grandfather and...