OBITUARIES


Mary P. O'Briant

Mary P. O'Briant

Mar 26, 2025

Mary P. O’Briant, 75, of Dalton passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

She was the daughter of the late W.C. and Leila Bowen Parks and was also preceded in death by her brothers, Larry Parks, Bill Parks, and Walter Parks.

Mary was a proud graduate of Dalton High School, class of 1967, and she was honored to be part of the...

Daisy Irene Dezell

Daisy Irene Dezell

Mar 23, 2025

Daisy Irene McNeese Dezell, of Dalton, Georgia, the beloved matriarch of the McNeese family, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at the age of 89, just 6 days short of her 90th birthday. 

She was born in Dalton on Thursday, March 28, 1935 to the late Mr. Emory and Mrs. Emma Painter McNeese. 

She was a graduate of Westside High School...

Norma J. Roberts

Norma J. Roberts

Mar 20, 2025

Mrs. Norma J. Roberts, age 89, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025.

She is survived by her son, Mark Roberts of Sugar Hill, Georgia, as well as her nephews, Lenny Faulkenberry of Gainesville, Georgia, and Neal Faulkenberry of Decatur, Georgia.

Norma liked to be on the move and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends....

Cecil C. Miller, Jr.

Cecil C. Miller, Jr.

Mar 18, 2025

Cecil C. Miller, Jr. age 86, of Dalton passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

He was the son of the late Cecil Miller Sr. and Estelle Miller and was also preceded in death by his siblings, Marion Miller, Sue Dyer, Jimmy Miller, Willie Miller, Larry Miller, Travis Miller, Steve Miller, Bobby Baliles, and Benny Miller.

Cecil was a third-generation brick mason....

Virginia G. Cooley

Virginia G. Cooley

Mar 16, 2025

Virginia G. Cooley, age 103, died peacefully on March 16, 2025 at her home at the Gardens at Royal Oaks.  She was preceded in death by her parents J Warren and Edith Gilchrest, her husband Wallace C Cooley, her four brothers, and her grandson Andrew R Cooley.

She is survived by her children Linda Helm, Russell Cooley, Clifford Cooley, Beth Murphy,...

Barbara Blalock Parker

Barbara Blalock Parker

Mar 14, 2025

Ms. Barbara Sue Blalock Parker, age 87, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14, 2025.

She was born on Friday, April 16, 1937, in Lindale, Georgia, to the late Mr. James William Blalock and Mrs. Betty Sue Smith Blalock.

Barbara retired from the State of Georgia after serving for many years as an administrator for the Special Supplemental...

Melba M. Williams

Melba M. Williams

Mar 14, 2025

Mrs. Melba M. Williams, age 92, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Sherman Franklin Williams.

Per Mrs. Williams's wishes that she expressed prior to her passing, no formal services will be held.  

Condolences and messages of sympathy may be expressed for the family through Love Funeral Home's online...

June Elizabeth Stacy

June Elizabeth Stacy

Mar 13, 2025

Mrs. June Stacy, age 84, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 13, 2025. She was born on Monday, February 3, 1941, in Marietta, Georgia to the late Mr. Warren Lake Metcalf and Mrs. Gladys Godfrey Metcalf. 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Mr. Franklin Dale Stacy. She...

Wilarlie Knight Barto

Wilarlie Knight Barto

Mar 11, 2025

Wilarlie Knight Barto, 98, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

She was the daughter of the late Alma and Wilson Knight and was also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Barto and brother, Kenneth Knight.

Wilarlie was born February 17, 1927, and grew up in Nashville, TN. She was an active member and officer of the Nashville District Methodist...

Gustavo Lopez Ambriz

Gustavo Lopez Ambriz

Mar 10, 2025

El Sr. Gustavo López Ambriz, de 77 años, de Dalton, Georgia, falleció el Lunes 10 de Marzo de 2025.

El Sr. Ambriz nació el Domingo 21 de Septiembre de 1947 en Tumbiscatio, Michoacán, México, hijo del difunto Sr. Ponciano Ambriz Madrigal y la Sra. María López Cerda.

Al Sr. Ambriz le sobrevive su amada esposa, la Sra. Rosario Ambriz. Otros que sobreviven...

Margie Barton

Margie Barton

Mar 9, 2025

Margie Barton, 99, of Dalton passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

She was the daughter of the late William Louis Jones and Mary Sweeney Jones. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy F. Barton and siblings, Edward Jones (JoAnne), Hazel Stone, and Charlotte Hudson.

Margie loved her church family and was a longtime faithful member of Central Church...

Ronald Earl Barber

Ronald Earl Barber

Mar 7, 2025

Mr. Ronald Earl Barber, age 78, of Chatsworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025.

He was born on Tuesday, January 21, 1947, in Dalton, Georgia, to the late Mr. Harold and Mrs. Ernestine Fowler Barber.

Mr. Barber was a proud Veteran of the United States Army.  During his time of service, he received several awards and commendations, including the...

LaPhene Amos Lane

LaPhene Amos Lane

Mar 6, 2025

Mrs. LaPhene Amos Lane, age 89, of Dalton, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at her home.

LaPhene was a faithful member of Olivia Baptist Church for over 60 years.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Burke Lane, parents, King and Lois Amos, brother, Milton Amos, and sister, Patty Ruth McClendon.

Survivors include her children, David...

Ian Alexander Arellano

Ian Alexander Arellano

Mar 5, 2025

Ian Alexander Arellano was born into the arms of Jesus.

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Friday in the chapel of Love Funeral Home with Father Salmono Garcia. The family will receive friends from 10 AM until 4 PM on Friday at the funeral home. Baby Arellano will be laid to rest in West Hill Cemetery.

Cheryl Lynn Butler- Brewster

Cheryl Lynn Butler- Brewster

Mar 4, 2025

After several years of declining health Cheryl Lynn Butler-Brewster is at rest. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 4, 2025, at her home.

She was mother to Greg Brewster and Briana Brewster Ray. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children and seven grandchildren. she also loved her church family, Salem Baptist Church. The family would like...

Judy Caldwell

Judy Caldwell

Mar 3, 2025

Mrs. Judith 'Judy' Caldwell, age 86, of Calhoun, Georgia, and formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, March 3, 2025.

She was born on Tuesday, August 16, 1938 in Anderson, South Carolina, to the late Mr. William Morris Sanders and Mrs. Mary Brown Sanders.

In addition to her parents, Judy is preceded in death by her husband,...

Gary Leon Keith

Gary Leon Keith

Mar 1, 2025

Gary Leon Keith, age 79, of Dalton passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Funeral services to celebrate Gary's life will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, March 6, 2025, in the chapel of Love Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Cannon officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:30 until 2:00. Gary will be laid to...

Frances Cochran Beavers

Frances Cochran Beavers

Feb 28, 2025

Ms. Frances Cochran Beavers, age 94, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025.

She was born on Thursday, October 9, 1930, in Evarts, Kentucky, to the late Mr. O.L. and Mrs. Elizabeth Fields Cochran.

Frances was a faithful member of Dalton First Church of the Nazarene.  She loved nature, especially her flower garden at Whitfield Place.  She also loved...

Harvey A. Casper, Jr.

Harvey A. Casper, Jr.

Feb 20, 2025

Mr. Harvey Albert Casper, Jr. of Dalton died on Thursday, February 20th, 2025, at 87 years old. Harvey maintained his wit, humor, charm, and wisdom until the end. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey Casper Sr. and Alma Casper. 

Harvey grew up in Dalton, Ga. As a young man, Harvey worked at his father’s tire store, Safety Tire...

Joan Patricia Hannah

Joan Patricia Hannah

Feb 20, 2025

Joan Patricia (Pat) Hannah went to be with the Lord February 20, 2025. She is survived by her son and Daughter-In-Law, Mark and Marta Hannah, granddaughters Ana Patricia and Daniela Ricks Hannah, sisters Jan Corbin and Ada Ricks and best friend Janell Caylor, as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her husband...

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