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Mr. John Michael Rice, age 60, of Dallas passed away onMonday, January 21, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Rice was born on May 23, 1952 in Roanoke, AL, the son ofthe late Rev. John R. Rice, who passed away in 1982 and Helen Daniel RiceTreece. Mr. Rice was a graduate ofSpring Garden High School and worked with Mabry’s Refrigeration and for manyyears as an apartment maintenance supervisor. Mr. Rice was of the Baptist faith and loved the outdoors, especiallyfishing and tending to his garden. Mr. Rice is survived by his wife, Barbara Sue Rice;daughter, Amanda Shea Hudgins of Dalla

Mr. Dwayne Curtis Hollis, age 60 of Dallas passed away onSaturday, January 19, 2013.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"> Mr. Hollis was born on October 11, 1952 in Atlanta, GA theson of the late Sharron E. Hollis and Georgia Irene Parker Hollis. Mr. Hollis was a 1970 graduate of Fulton HighSchool and was a union plumber with Art Plumbing. Mr. Hollis was of the Baptist faith andenjoyed hunting and fishing. He alsoenjoyed playing his guitar, singing and songwriting. In addition to his parents, he is preceded indeath by a

Ms. Carolyn E. Dunaway, age 77, of Dallas passed away onThursday, January 17, 2013 at Wellstar Community Hospice. Ms. Dunaway was born on November 29, 1935 in Cairo, IL, theson of the late H. F. Emerson and Brunette Sue Swain Emerson. Ms. Dunaway worked as a cafeteria managerwith the United States Government and was member of the Order of the EasternStar. Ms. Dunaway was of the Methodistfaith and enjoyed watching TV and shopping. She was also a licensed pilot. Ms. Dunaway is survived by her sons, Steven (Mary) Dunawayof Dallas and Ross Dunaway of Tulsa, OK; daughter, Ann S

Mr. William Jeffrey Higdon, age 51, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. William was born in Atlanta, GA, on October 22, 1961, to loving parents Mr. William Gene Higdon and Mrs. Dolores Irene Price. He worked building transmissions for GA Truck Parts. He was a member of Woodland Avenue Baptist Church. William enjoyed singing, abstract painting and voice imitation. He also enjoyed reading medical books. Mr. William Higdon is survived by his mother Mrs. Dolores Irene Price of Dallas, GA; one brother Mr. Robbie C.

Mr. Anthony Monroe Fultz, age 68, of West Loudon, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2013 at Prestige Assisted Living. Anthony was born in Lincoln, NE on December 21, 1944, to loving parents the late Mr. Raymond Franklin Fultz and Mrs. Edna Lois Flath Fultz. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife Mrs. Patsy Price Fultz. Mr. Fultz was a veteran of the United States Army, serving multiple enlistments. He was a member of the VFW in Knoxville, and also a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and craftsmanship. He was of the Ca

Mr. Charles T. Scott, Jr., age 77 of Dallas, GA passed awayon Sunday, January 13, 2013. Mr. Scott was born on January 1, 1936 in Chattanooga, TN theson of late Charles T. Scott, Sr and Ruby Lee Porter of Rome, GA. Mr. Scott graduated from Peabody College in1958 and he taught music for nine years in Tennessee and three years in Georgiaat Paulding County High School. He was amember of the Ph Mu Alpha Fraternity and traveled playing in bands. He also worked as a computer operator for theCity of Atlanta. Mr. Scott is survived by his wife, Sharon Stricklin;daughter, Pamela

Mrs. Lucille Nesmith Braly, affectionately known as "Mama Cile", age 87 of Dallas passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Mrs. Braly was born on May 25, 1925 in Boston, GA, thedaughter of the late John Madison Nesmith and Bette Anna Carter Nesmith. Mrs. Braly was a telephone operator with Bellsouth and enjoyed swimming and walking. Mrs. Braly joined Lee Street Baptist Church in Valdosta, GA at the ageof 15 and was a wonderful Christian woman. Mrs. Braly was currently a member of the Pumpkinvine Baptist Church. She loved reading the bible and p

Mrs. Amy Marie Winn, age 32 of Dallas passed away on Friday,January 11, 2013 at her residence. Mrs. Winn was born on September 9, 1980 in Columbus, GA thedaughter of Mr. & Mrs. Bill (Vickie)Stanford. Amy worked for Suntrust Bankin Woodstock in Customer Service and was a member of the Dress up Sisters. She loved to take care of other people andshe loved to read and listen to country music. Amy is survived by her husband of seven years, Will Winn;her son, Shawn Greenwalt; her parents, Bill and Vickie Stanford of Kennesaw;her brothers and sisters, Brandy Ingram of Yorkvi

Ms. Megan Victoria Forsyth, age 20, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at her residence. Megan was born on June 27, 1992, in Reno, Nevada to loving parents Mr. George Eric Forsyth and Mrs. Virginia Ann Forsyth. Megan loved hanging out with her friends. She had a love for the outdoors that was evidenced in her enjoyment of swimming and animals. She was a member of Wayside Baptist Church. Megan is survived by her daughter Miss Gracie Phillips, fiancé Mr. Adam Phillips, parents Mr. & Mrs Eric (Jenny) Forsyth, brother Mr. Matthew Forsyth,

Reverend Jerry Wayne Sudberry, age 69, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Piedmont Hospital. Jerry was born on August 25, 1943 in Gadsden, AL, to loving parents the late Mr. Richard Edward Sudberry and Mrs. Edgebert Ashworth Sudberry. He is also preceded in death by his son Mr. Larry Wayne Sudberry who passed away in 1995, and one sister Mrs. Joyce Rebecca Harris who passed away in 2010. Reverend Sudberry was a member of of Riverside Church of God in Powder Springs. He was self-employed and worked in heating and air conditioning. He was a fa

Mrs. Doris Ferguson Carroll, age 87 of Rockmart passed away on Monday, January 7, 2013 at Bethel Gardens in Powder Springs, GA. Mrs. Carroll was born on October 8, 1925 in Rockmart, the daughter of the late Charlie C. and Effie Lee Baxter Ferguson. Mrs. Carroll retired from Runell Manufacturing after 62 years of service and was a member of the Order of Eastern Stars in the Beulah community. Mrs. Carroll was a member of the Holly Springs Baptist Church and enjoyed sewing and quilting. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Chess Carroll and a son,

Mrs. Opal Elaine Pace, age 63 of Dallas passed away on Monday, January 7, 2013 at her residence. Mrs. Pace was born on July 17, 1949 in Doraville, GA, the daughter of the late William Kermit Gazaway and Mrs. Sarah Frances Skelton Gazaway. Mrs. Pace was a homemaker and was of the Baptist Faith. She loved cooking and spending time with her children and family. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her sister, Alice White. Mrs. Pace is survived by her husband, Robert Pace; daughter, Pamela Grubbs of Dallas; son, Matthew Shane Pace of Dallas; six grandchil

Mr. Marvin Charles Thurmond, age 80 of Dallas passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Mr. Thurmond was born on October 22, 1932 in Dallas, GA, the son of the late Marvin Franklin Thurmond and Agnes Hill Thurmond. Mr. Thurmond was a veteran of the United States Army and retired from the United States Post Service with twenty-five years of service. Mr. Thurmond was the owner of Thurmond's Grocery store and was a member of the Westside Christian Church, the local VFW and Bartlett Lodge #139 F & AM. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by h

Ms. Myrtle Helia Hicks Wyatt, age 80 of Temple, GA passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Higgins Medical Center in Bremen. Mrs. Wyatt was born on July 19, 1932 in Dallas, GA, the daughter of the late Otis and Gladys Myrtle Hayes Hicks. Ms. Wyatt was a member of the Beulahland Baptist Church and was a homemaker. Shewas a seamstress and she loved to travel and play cards. Ms. Wyatt loved the mountains and being with people. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Nelda Durham in 1993 and an infant son,Scott Wyatt in 1962. Ms. Wyatt is surv

Mr. Truman Talmadge Sosebee, age 69, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Truman was born on January 16, 1943, in Yorkville, Georgia, to loving parents the late Mr. Willie Emmitt Sosebee, and Mrs. Mary Eula Allgood Sosebee. He was employed with the Paulding County Board of Commissioners as a Building Inspector for 24 years until retirement. He also worked for Stuart Reed Heating and Air Conditioning in Austell and later with Rainwater Heating and Air. Truman enjoyed watching TV, and gardening. He loved to shop at Wal-Mart.

Mr. L. D. Sinard, age 80 of Dallas passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2012 at his residence. Mr. Sinard was born on April 30, 1932 in Kennesaw, GA the son of the late Fred and Pauline Rogers Sinard. Mr. Sinard worked on the assembly line with Prestolight and enjoyed flea market trading and car auctions. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Sinard in2003; two sons, Jackie and Alan Sinard; brothers, Edward and Raymond Sinard. Mr. Sinard is survived by son, Raymond and Melody Sinard of Temple; two daughters, Nancy and John Garrett of Al

Mrs. Mae Bell Cole, age 91 of Dallas, GA passed away on Saturday, December 29, 2012 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Mrs. Cole was born on October 16, 1921 in Dallas, GA the daughter of the late Mr. George Washington Jones and the late Mrs. Roma Beatrice Strickland Jones. Mrs. Cole worked in Food services with the Paulding County Board of Education and was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed flower gardening and cooking. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Tom Anderson Cole; a daughter, Ella Mae Chamblee; and a grandson, Scott Ingram. M

Mr. Henry F. "Hank" Boston, III, age 55 of Dallas passed away on Saturday, December 29, 2012 at Tranquility Hospice at Cobb. Mr. Boston was born on December 22, 1957 in Stone Mountain,GA, the son of Mr. Henry F. Boston, Jr. and Mrs. Syble O. Toney Boston. Mr. Boston was owner and operator of Hank's Wrecker and Towing Service and was of the Methodist Faith. He enjoyed four-wheeling and fishing with "Little Hank IV" and was an avid NASCAR fan. Heis preceded in death by his brother, John Philip Boston in 1999. Mr. Boston was survived by his wife, Millicent Duke Boston of Da

Mr. Michael Edward Deaver, age 58 of Dallas passed away on Friday, December 28, 2012 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mr. Deaver was born on June 15, 1954 in Austell, GA, the son of the late William Ladell Deaver and the late Peggy Sue Cassidy Deaver. Mr. Deaver was a retired Paulding County Sheriff's Deputy having worked with the Drug Task Force and currently worked asa truck driver with Owens and Minor Trucking Company. He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed watching TV. Mr. Deaver is survived by his wife of thirty years, Lynn Deaver of Dallas; a son, Matthew Deaver

Mrs. Ada Rackley Smith, age 81, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Ada was born on April 29, 1931 to loving parents the late Mr. Dewey D. Rackley and Mrs. Ruby Wills Rackley. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. James Smith; daughter Ms. Tammie Smith; two brothers Mr. Hubert Rackley and Mr. Doug Rackley; and two sisters Mrs. Georgia Pickett and Mrs. Jewell Myers. Mrs. Ada Smith worked in food service at Lockheed. Upon leaving Lockheed she was a homemaker and devoted herself to the car

Mrs. Mary Evelyn Burns, age 71, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2012, at Redmond Regional Medical Center. Evelyn was born on October 1, 1941 to loving parents, the late Mr. Woodrow Willard McClure and Mrs. Frances Evelyn Foster McClure. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mr. Low Donald Burns who passed away in February 2005. Mrs. Burns worked as a manager for Riverside Manufacturing. She was a former member of the Order of Easter Star. Evelyn was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed crocheting and watching TV with her two d

Mr. Don Ray Lance, age 76 of Hiram passed away on Friday, December 21, 2012 at his residence. Mr. Lance was born on January 31, 1936 in Blairsville, GA the son of the late James C. Lance and the late Mahlissa Adeline Spiva Lance. Mr. Lance worked as a manager with General Motors and was a member of the Narroway Baptist Church. Mr. Lance was a member of the Paulding County Shrine Club, the Blairsville Masonic Lodge and the Allegheny Lodge #114. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Don Michael Lance in 2010; sisters and brothers, Albert, Auburn, Jay, Champ

Mrs. Jerrie Frances Priest, age 64, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice. Jerrie was born on April 17, 1948 in Atlanta, Georgia, to loving parents the late Mr. Emmett Robert Brewer and Mrs. Julia Frances Lanham Brewer. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. Thomas G. Priest who passed away April 20, 2002. Jerrie was a wonderful caregiver and homemaker for her family and her animals. Together her and her husband owned Priest Automotive. She was a member of Beulahland Baptist Church. She enj

Mrs. Eva Mae “Pank” Gurley, age 82 of Rockmart passed awayon Sunday, December 16, 2012 at Higgins General Hospital in Bremen. Mrs. Gurley was born on May 15, 1930 in Rockmart, thedaughter of the late Ed Causey and Ella Lucinda Hall Causey. Mrs. Gurley had attended Mt. Olivet BaptistChurch and Beulahland Baptist Church and had worked as a cook for a nursingfacility. In addition to her parents,she is preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Francis Gurley in 1996; foursisters, Annie Morris, Bessie Norton, Frances Daniel, and Margaret O’Neal; andthree brothers, Raymond Causey, Rader Cau

Mrs. Ruth Blanche Moody Campbell, age 96 passed away on Sunday, December 16, 2012 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Mrs. Campbell was born on August 24, 1916 in Dallas, GA the daughter of the late Thomas Moody and Minnie Brown Moody. Mrs. Campbell was a member of the Holly Springs Baptist Church and was a homemaker. In addition to her beloved parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Herron L. Campbell and a son, Jimmy Campbell. Mrs. Campbell is survived by her daughter, Lynn Eidson of Dallas; two granddaughters, Michelle (Ricky) Hall and Vicky (Tommy) Bagby