OBITUARIES

Nov 4, 2023

Margie “Juanita” Gibson, 86, of Cohutta, was called home to heaven on Saturday, November 4, 2023. She transitioned from this life peacefully at home with loving family by her side.

Waiting for her in heaven ready to greet her were her parents, Clyde and Ruby Whitener; brother, ‘Pistol’ Whitener; her loving husband, Hank Gibson; and infant daughter,...

Oct 31, 2023

Jerry Bailey Austin, a wife, mother, and grandmother, a Christian who gave of herself to her community and loved ones, and a true friend to many, went home to our Lord in the early morning of October 31st, 2023. She was 73.

Born at Crawford Long Hospital to parents Hugo and Georgia Bailey, Jerry grew up in...

Oct 26, 2023

Mary Alice Wimpey Jones, 77, of Dalton passed away Thursday October 26, 2023, at her home.

She was preceded by her parents, Arnold Cecil and Irene Woods Wimpey.

Mary is survived by her husband, Robert Jones; sisters, Kathy Griggs, Sandy Cookson and brother, Jackie Wimpey; nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be...

Oct 26, 2023

Inez Taylor Marr, 95, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at The Gardens at Royal Oaks in Dalton. She was the daughter of the late Herman and Lillie Orr Taylor of Walhalla, SC. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, James W. Marr, who died in 2012 and six sisters and two brothers, all...

Oct 22, 2023

Kathryn Stanley Holloway (Kathy), of Chatsworth, Georgia, passed away on October 22 at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, GA.  Kathy, 73, was surrounded by her adoring family as she seceded to an extended battle with cancer.

Preceded in death by her parents, Jetter and Willie Mae Stanley, Kathy was blessed to be one of seven sisters. When...

Oct 15, 2023

Barbara Farmer Lightfoot, age 88, of Dalton Ga., went home to be with our Lord Sunday October 15th, 2023 at Hamilton Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sam Farmer and Nell Kittle Farmer, husband Thomas D Lightfoot, stepdaughter Carol (Richard) Neimi and Niece Sammie “Jennell” Lemons.

She is survived by her...

Oct 11, 2023

Mary Black Dover, 89, of Dalton, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Regency Park Healthcare. She was born in Chattanooga, TN on January 19, 1934. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Sanford, and son, David. She is survived by her son, Doug, a sister, and a nephew. Mary worked in retail at...

Oct 10, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeff Burr. A friend, filmmaker, and philanthropist, Jeff died peacefully in his home in Dalton, Georgia on Tuesday night, October 10, 2023, at age 62.

Born July 18th, 1961, Jeff’s life journey was marked by both extraordinary achievement and extraordinary humility. The legendary Dalton native’s love...

Oct 10, 2023

Maria Del Carmen Luna, known as Carmen by her friends and family, transitioned peacefully to heaven at her home surrounded by her family on October 10, 2023, after a courageous and well-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. Carmen is preceded in death by her parents, Wblester Martinez Sr. and Petra Martinez. She is survived by her husband of 36 years,...

Sep 30, 2023

Ray "Ray Ray" Eugene Morgan, age 63, a beloved resident of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023, in the comfort of his home.

Born on September 18, 1960, in Dalton, Georgia, Ray was preceded in death by his father, Ray L. Morgan; his first wife, Lisa Ellis Morgan and grandmothers, Lucy Morgan and...

Sep 30, 2023

Betty Alsup Mavity NeSmith, also affectionately known as “Mimi” by her children and grandchildren, peacefully passed away on September 30, 2023, just shy of her 92nd birthday.

Betty was a true partner with her husband William “Bill” Mavity, a veteran of the depression, WII, the Korean War, and a POW in Stalag-17. They complemented one another in...

Sep 29, 2023

Gerald “Duane” McMullen, age 66, of Dalton, finished his race on Friday September 29, 2023, at his residence surrounded by loving family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Betty McMullen.

In August, Duane celebrated 44 years of marriage to the love of his life, Tonya Philyaw McMullen, although their love story...

Sep 28, 2023

On September 28, 2023, Mrs. Agnes Chapman Redfearn, longtime resident of Dalton, GA, passed away in her sleep at the age of 96.  Mrs. Redfearn was born in Atlanta, GA in March of 1927, where she grew up and attended Girl’s High School. An outstanding student, Agnes attended the University of Georgia, where she majored in Chemistry at a...

Sep 25, 2023

Charles (Charlie) Berry Hubbs, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on September 25th, 2023, in Dalton, Georgia.  A native Daltonian, Charlie was born on April 3rd, 1950.  He would live in the same city on the same street he would call home throughout his entire life.

Charlie graduated from the University of Georgia.  His serial...

Sep 15, 2023

Kenneth Wendell Tatum, a loving husband, father, and papaw, peacefully passed away at the age of 83 in the comfort of his own home late Friday evening. He was comforted by his beloved wife Bertha Elrod Tatum, along with several family members.

Kenneth met Bertha, the love of his life, in 1961, at a high school football...

Sep 14, 2023

Marlin Stephen “Tootie” Lund, 93, of Dalton, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at Erlanger Hospital. Marlin was born on August 1, 1930, to the late Pearle Elizabeth Jackson Lund and Axel Stefaunes Lund.

Marlin spent 49 years working in the auto-parts industry with the last 30 years of his career at Champion Auto Parts in...

Sep 13, 2023

Mr. Terel Allen Russell, 28 of Dalton, Georgia departed this life Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at the local hospital.

Memorial Service for Terel will be held at a later date.

Sep 10, 2023

Larry E. Underwood, 78, of Dalton, passed away at Hamilton Medical Center on Sunday, September 10, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Evart and Sybil Underwood. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Durenda Underwood; son, Jeff Underwood; sisters, Peggy Parks (Larry) and Debra Davenport (Phil); and niece and nephew, Kari Lawman and Christopher...

Sep 10, 2023

Judy Burch Moore, 91, of Dalton, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Hamilton Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late John and Laura Burch. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger J. Moore, Sr.; son, John B. Moore; and siblings, John Burch, Jr. and Lorraine Hawkins. She is survived by her sons Roger...

Sep 8, 2023

Mr. Rewat Inthisane, age 49, departed this life Friday September 8, 2023.

The family will receive friends Sunday September 17, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Love Funeral Home.