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Mr. Linard Samuel Spain age 92 of Dallas, GA passed away on November 29, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Spain was born on February 9, 1919 to loving parents the late Mr. Samuel Spain and Mrs. Janie Holcombe Spain. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Mrs. Rilla Mae Wallace Spain who passed away in 1994, and two sisters Mrs. Janette Hicks and Mrs. Betty Bevis. Mr. Linard Spain was an active member of the Church of Christ in Villa Rica, GA. He retired from Goodyear in Rockmart, GA. Mr. Spain enjoyed gardening and was a Cooperative Weather Observer for the Departm

Long Time Supporter of Baseball and Softball in the County Mr. Vernon "Speedy" Seals age 85 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mr. Vernon "Speedy" Seals was born on October 26, 1926 to loving parents the late Mr. John Tom Seals and Mrs. Ovellie Buford Seals. Mr. Seals was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked as a material cutter at Simmons Mattress Company for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed raking leaves. In addition, Mr. Seals loved sports. In particular he was known for his baseball and softball abi

Mrs. Theresa Celeste Fulmer Wallace, age 31 of Dallas, GA passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2011. Mrs. Theresa Wallace was born in Monroe, LA on December 19, 1979 to loving parents Mr. Allen Earl Slade and Mrs. Cheryl Dean Fulmer. Mrs. Wallace is survived by her husband Mr. James Edward Wallace; two daughters Savannah Billis and Lexus Billis; three sons Levi Green, Cody Green and Kyle Green all of Dallas, GA; mother Cheryl Fulmer of Morgan City, LA; grandparents Wilbur Ellerbe of Bastrop, LA, and Mr. & Mrs. David (Joyce) Landers of Searcy, AR; two sisters Lettia

Mr. Larry Joe Ayers age 70 of Dallas Georgia passed away on November 20, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Ayers was born in Cleveland, GA on May 21, 1941 to loving parents the late Mr. Lige Cornelius Ayers and Mrs. Pansy Elizabeth Reddish Ayers. He is also preceded in death by four brothers Mr. Bobby Ayers, Mr. Jerry Ayers, Mr. Billy Ayers, and Mr. Butch Ayers; two sisters Ms. Judy Ayers, and Ms. Darlene Ayers. Mr. Larry Ayers is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years Mrs. Janice Gurley Ayers of Dallas, GA; one son Mr. Keith Ayers of Dallas, GA; two daughters Mr. & Mrs

Mrs. Mary Sandra “Nana” Pace age 67 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on November 18, 2011 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice in Austell, Ga. Mrs. Mary Sandra Pace was born in Dallas, Georgia on December 4, 1943 to loving parents the late Mr. Grove Murdock and Mrs. Mary Barnett Murdock. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. David Pace, Sr. Mrs. Pace was affiliated with New Hope First Baptist Church in Dallas, Georgia. She enjoyed spending her time reading and as her health allowed needle point and crocheting, Mrs. Mary Sandra Pace is survived by one da

Brandon Alexander “Alex” Steele, age 13 of Buchannan, GA passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at Scottish-Rite Children’s Medical Center. Alex was born at Cobb General in Austell, GA on June 4, 1998 to loving parents Mr. Randy Steele and Mrs. Esther Steele. He attended Haralson County Middle School. He loved to play X Box and 4 Wheeling. Alex is survived by his loving parents Mr. & Mrs. Randy (Esther) Steele of Buchanan, GA; two brothers Mr. & Mrs. Mike (Jennifer) Steele and Mr. Chuck Steele both of Dallas, GA; two sisters Mr. & Mrs. Tracy (Ashley) Be

Mrs. Betty Lou Robinson Morrison, age 83 of Dallas, GA passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Betty Lou Morrison was born in Hazard, Kentucky on August 26, 1928 to loving parents the late Mr. John Henry Bartley and Mrs. Della Hunter Bartley. She is also preceded in death by her beloved husband of many years Mr. Marlin Lavern Robinson who passed away in 1982, and her second husband Mr. Richard Morrison. Mrs. Morrison is survived by two daughters Mr. & Mrs. Lamar (Dale) Wilkie of Acworth, GA and Mr. & Mrs. Joseph (Lavon) Menchio of Doug

Mrs. Eleasia Graham Entrekin age 64 of Douglasville, Georgia passed away on November 6, 2011 at Wellstar Douglas Hospital. Mrs. Eleasia Graham Entrekin was born in Douglasville, Georgia on June 14, 1947 to loving parents Mr. Thurman Eugene Graham and Mrs. Irma Rebecca Gilstrap Graham. She is preceded in death by her beloved parents and one infant son, Robin Scott Entrekin. Mrs. Entrekin was a member of the St. James Community Church in Dallas, Georgia. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Eleasia Graham Entrekin is survived b

Mrs. Judy Marie Black Laitinen age 62 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on November 1, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Judy Marie Black Laitinen was born in Cartersville, Georgia on October 11, 1949 to loving parents Mr. Neal Black and Mrs. Louise Cochran Black. She is preceded in death by her husband Mr. Paul Laitinen who passed away in 2009 and one brother Mr. Kenneth Neal Black who passed away in 1984. Mrs. Laitinen was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dallas. She attended the University of West Georgia where she majored in Psychology a

Mrs. Melissa Carol Brown Ballew, age 46 of Hiram Georgia passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Melissa Ballew was born on April 30, 1965 to loving parents Mr. James Brown and Mrs. Jeanette Townsend Brown Norton. Melissa is survived by her loving husband Mr. Jeff Ballew of Hiram, GA; daughter Mrs. Lauren Ballew Burden of Madison, GA; son Mr. Samuel Ballew of New Georgia, GA; sister Mrs. Susan Amos of New Georgia, GA; one grandchild Jasper Burden; two step grandchildren Joseph Konicki and Tristen Burden; mother in law Mrs. Iris Ballew of Hiram

Mr. Leo Adrian Maloney, Jr. age 72 of Dallas, GA. passed away on Friday, October 28, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Maloney was born on March 7, 1939, the son of the late Mr. Leo Adrian Maloney, Sr. and Mrs. Helen Teresa Markquardt Maloney. Mr. Maloney retired from the roofing industry as Sales Manager with Centimark. Mr. Maloney was active with St. Vincent de Paul Society as a caseworker and volunteer. Mr. Maloney is survived by his wife Mrs. Sally Joan Mayfield Maloney of Dallas, GA. One son Shawn and Debbie Maloney of Loganville, GA. Two daughter Linda and George Fuller of Bo

Mrs. Patricia Lee Hill, age 72 of Hiram, GA. passed away on October 26, 2011 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mrs. Hill was born on November 24, 1938, the daughter of the late Mr. Joseph A. Worsham and Mrs. Mattie Carlisle Worsham. She worked as a laborer with Kellog Foods Distribution. She enjoyed Crocheting, needlepoint and spending time with her family. Mrs. Hill is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Cindy Watson of Douglasville, GA. Gail and Jackie Kirby of Powder Springs, GA. Vicky Beringause of Hiram, GA. One brother Jack and Lorene Worsham of Hiram, GA. Two sisters, Mrs. Bar

Mr. Gary Stephen Guffey, Jr. age 19 of Dallas, GA. passed away on October 24, 2011 at WellStar Kennestone Hospital. Gary was born on January 22, 1992, the son of Mr. Gary Stephen Guffey, Sr. and Mrs. Pamela Haygood Guffey. He worked as a mechanic with heavy equipment service repair. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, truck mudding and bonfires. He was a graduate of East Paulding High School Class of 2011. He was affiliated with Fortified Hills Baptist Church. Gary is survived by his parents Mr. Gary Stephen Guffey, Sr. and Mrs. Pamela Guffey of Dallas, GA. One brother, Justin

Mr. James Dale “J.D.” Rakestraw age 69 of Dallas, GA. passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at his home. Mr. Rakestraw was born on January 27, 1942, the son of the late Mr. George Wallace Rakestraw and Mrs. Odell Brown Rakestraw. Mr. Rakestraw retired as a line foreman from Georgia Power Co. after 39 years of service. He enjoyed bluegrass music, wood working/saw milling, deer hunting, fishing and camping. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrial Workers, R.A. Director for New Canaan Baptist Church and involved with the California Ball Field. Mr. Rakest

Mrs. Peggy G. Ford age 52 of Rockmart Georgia passed away on October 20, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Ford was born in Atlanta, GA on April 11, 1959 to loving parents Mr. Jessie Junior Glines Sr. and Mrs. Margaret E. Smith Glines. She was also preceded in death by her niece Amanda Mundy, and nephew Frankie Carl Glines. Peggy was of the Baptist faith. She worked as a spinner for EAM inc, a yarn manufacturer. She enjoyed playing video games. Mrs. Ford is survived by one daughter Jennifer Ford of Rockmart, GA; one son David & Kim Ford of Tennessee; two st

Mrs. Peggy Ferry age 91 of Bremen Georgia passed away on Friday, October 21, 2011 at her residence. Peggy Ferry was born in Atlanta, GA on February, 16, 1920 to loving parents the late Mr. Isaiah Moses Hurst and Mrs. May Estelle Clark Hurst. She is also preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. Stanley L. Ferry. Peggy is survived by her beloved niece Edna Young, and nephew Bill Hurst, as well as many other beloved family members and friends. Peggy was of the Baptist faith. For many years she worked as a steam presser for a dry cleaners. She enjoyed p

Mrs. Vicki Louise Hudson age 45 of Hiram, GA. passed away on October 17, 2011 at her home. Mrs. Vicki Louise Hudson was born on January 28, 1966, the daughter of Mr. Billy Fisher and the late Mrs. Agnes Richardson Fisher. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed playing bingo, shopping and spending time with her family. Mrs. Hudson is survived by her beloved husband Mr. Terry Hudson of Hiram, GA. Three daughters, Amanda and Eric Taylor of Hiram, GA; Ashley and Cole Williams of Rockmart, GA, and Courtney Lahovitch of Hiram, GA. One son, Corey and Helen Hudson of Hiram, GA. Her fat

Mr. Kembile A. Barnes age 67 of Dallas, GA. passed away on October 17, 2011 at Emory-Adventist Hospital in Smyrna, Ga. Mr. Kembile A. Barnes was born on March 15, 1944, the son of Mrs. Dorothy K. Edwards and the late Mr. Claude W. Barnes. He worked as a plumber with Affordable Plumbing. Mr. Barnes is survived by his mother Mrs. Dorothy K. Edwards of Dallas, GA. Three daughters, Dana and Tony Crocker of Dallas, GA; Lisa and Alex Brewer of Rockmart, GA; and Kristy and Steve Kirby of Dallas, GA. Seven grandchildren, three great grandchildren and many beloved family and fri

Little Miss Ashlee Jane Harris passed away on September 22, 2011 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Miss Ashlee Harris was born on September 22, 2011 to loving parents Mr. Luke Harris and Mrs. Chrissy Harris. She is survived by one brother Levi Harris; maternal grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Wayne (Janie) Phillips; paternal grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Jerry (Betsy) Harris and Mr. & Mrs. John (Fran) Hardin; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many other beloved family and friends. The Harris family are members of Westridge Church in Dallas, GA. A memorial ser

Mr. Bobby Dean Deal age 54 of New Hope, GA passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2011 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Mr. Bobby Dean Deal was born on June 2, 1957 in Dallas, GA; to loving parents the late Mr. Willie Howard Deal and Mrs. Eva Griffith Deal. Mr. Deal worked as a custodian for Dobbins Middle School with Paulding County School System. He was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed racing and old cars. Mr. Deal received an award for Outstanding Citizenship at Dobbins Middle School. He was a member of the Gen. William J. Hardee Camp 1397 of the Sons of Confederate Veterans.

Mr. Earnest Teen “Runt” Cohran age 82 of Buchanan, GA passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at his resident. Mr. Cohran was born on April 8, 1929 in Dallas, Georgia, to loving parents the late Mr. Massey Cohran and Mrs. Lola Parks Cohran. He is preceded in death by his beloved parents. Infant son Arnold Cohran, brothers and sisters, Jimmie Lou Cohran Ruthledge, Parks Cohran, Lloyd Cohran, Thelma Cohran Neal, Dean Cohran, May Cohran Campbell, Fred Cohran, Leonard Cohran and Ruth Cohran Bagget. Mr. Cohran worked as a carptner in housing construction. He enjoyed working on lawn

Mr. Albert Dewey Copeland, age 80 of Dallas, GA. passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Southern Traditions Nursing and Rehab Center in Buchanan, GA. Mr. Copeland was born on May 19, 1931 at Sand Mountain, Alabama, to loving parents Dewey Albert Copeland and Willie Mae Lancaster Copeland. Mr. Copeland was a retired heavy equipment operator for Aiken Grading Company. Mr. Copeland enjoyed walking and nature. Mr. Copeland was a member of White Oak Springs Baptist Church Mr. Copeland is survived by five children. Two sons, Wayne and Wanda Copeland of Dallas, GA.

Cecil Meeks, age 75 of Acworth Georgia passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Meeks was born in Paulding County on February 22, 1936 to loving parents the late Mr. Earnest Meeks and Mrs. Alta Moore Meeks. He is also preceded in death by his wife of many years Mrs. Nannie Meeks and one brother Mr. Calvin Meeks. Cecil worked as a driver for the concrete block distributor Blue Circle Williams. He served in the Army. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Acworth, GA. He enjoyed gardening, car repair and fishing. Cecil Meeks i

Mr. Lester Andrew "LA" Clark, age 85 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mr. Clark was born on September 6, 1926, the son of the late Mr. Claud R. Clark and Mrs. Sylvia Ann Fouts Clark. Mr. Clark was self-employed as a farmer and he was an experienced welder. He enjoyed rock hunting and reading.. Mr. Clark is survived by his wife of 43 years, Mrs. Wilma A. Ford Clark of Dallas GA; Six children Gail and Enoch Swinson of Flordia, Harold and Kathy Driskell of Hiram, GA., Fay Barron and fiancé Scott Dooley of Rockma

Rita Ann Kelly age 27, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2011 at her home in Aragon, Georgia. Rita Ann Kelly was born on July 10, 1984 in Austell, GA. to loving parents, Mother Mrs. Lizzie Mercer of Rockmart, GA. and Father Mr. Pat Kelly, Sr. of Villa Rica, Ga.. Rita Ann worked as a cashier for Ingles. She was affiliated with Atlanta Revival Center, Douglasville, GA. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially with her beloved children. She also enjoyed shopping. Rita Ann Kelly is survived by three children Miss Savannah Ann Merritt, Master Joshua Alexander Merri