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Mrs. Mae Duke age 87 of Hiram, Georgia passed away on Friday, November 26, 2010 at Wellstar Douglas Hospital. Mrs. Duke was born on September 4, 1923 in Calhoun, Ga; daughter of the late Mr. Grady Dillard and Mrs. Nettie Wilson Dillard. She worked as a packer for Dow Chemical. Mrs. Mae Duke is survived by 2 sons Mr. Ernest Duke of Hiram, Ga and Mr. & Mrs. Wesley (Eva) Duke of Dawson, Ga; 1 daughter Mrs. Shirley Lester of Hiram, Ga; 6 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild; 1 sister Mrs. Lela Tipton of Powder Springs, Ga; as well as many oth

Mrs. Ruby Jane Vaughn age 95 of Dallas Georgia passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2010 at Sacred Journey Hospice in McDonough, Ga. Mrs. Ruby Vaughn was born in Blairsville, GA on August 22, 1915 the daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Eugene and Lola McBee Brackett. Mrs. Vaughn was a member of Mt. Zion Methodist Church. She enjoyed working with flowers and loved to spend time with her family. Her family saw her as an example of the Proverbs Woman "her children arise and call her blessed". She showed her patriotism by voting at age 95 in the last election. Also, she continuo

<a href="http://www.jeffeberhartfuneralhome.com/"> Mr.Mike Bos, age 28, of Acworth, Georgia passed away November 21, 2010. Mike was born on March 8, 1982, the son of John R. Bos and Mrs. Darlene G. Bos. He worked in the wholesale food industry. Mr. Mike Bos is survived by his parents, two sisters and many other beloved family and friends. A memorial service for Mr. Mike Bos will be held on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at 11 AM in the chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Rev. David Baxter officiating. The family will receive friends a

Mr. Rickey “Rick” Steven Sanderson, Sr. age 58 of Dallas, GA passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, November 22, 2010. Mr. Sanderson was born on September 22, 1952 in Monroe, Louisiana, the son of the late Julius Sanderson and Mrs. Bea Alberigo. Mr. Sanderson was self-employed and owned his own carpet cleaning business. In his spare time, he enjoyed classic muscle cars and motorcycles. Mr. Sanderson is survived by his wife of 32 years, Mrs. Lee Ann Sanderson of Dallas, GA; 3 daughters, Ms. Tricia Leon of Dallas, GA, Mr. & Mrs. Emory (Angela) Cook

Mrs. Mable Marie Glaze age 63 of Rockmart, Georgia passed away Friday, November 19, 2010 at Floyd Medical Center in Rome, Ga. Mrs. Mable Marie Glaze was born in Dallas, Georgia on February 26, 1947 to the late Mr. & Mrs. Alvie Morris. She was employed as a manager with Southern Historical News. She was a member of Living Water Ministries. She enjoyed Bingo, reading and puzzles. Her most beloved pastime was spending time with her family. Mrs. Mable Glaze is survived by 2 daughters Mr. & Mrs. Dale (Tammie) Brown, and Mr. & Mrs. Tim (Tiffany) Dutton; 1 son

Mrs. Ellen Ann Ennis-Coraci of Dallas, GA passed away on Friday, November 19, 2010 at her home. Mrs. Ellen Ennis-Coraci was born in Queens, NY on July 5, 1956 to loving parents Mr. Joseph Patrick Ennis and Mrs. Catherine Mary Ray Clark. She was employed by Pan Am in Customer Service. Mrs. Ennis Coraci is survived by her beloved husband Mr. Victor Coraci of Dallas, GA; father Mr. Joseph Patrick Ennis; mother Mrs. Catherine Mary Ray Clark; 2 brothers Mr. Joseph Ennis, Jr. and Mr. Michael Ennis; and 1 sister Ms. Cathy Ennis. Further funeral arrangements for

Corporal Rick Gerling age 62 of Dallas Georgia passed away Thursday, November 18, 2010 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Corporal Gerling was born on November 8, 1948 in Detroit Michigan, the son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Henry and Mary Gerling. Corporal Gerling was of the Catholic Faith. Corporal Rick Gerling served his country with pride and honor as a United States Marine, experiencing active combat during the Vietnam War. Corporal Rick Gerling is survived by his wife Mrs. Sandra Gerling of Dallas, Ga; 3 sons Mr. & Mrs. Richard (Sabrina) Gerling of Albertville, A

Mr. Danny Lee Pinkerton Sr. age 55 of Hiram, Ga passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Mr. Danny Pinkerton was born on October 12, 1955 in Wichita, KS the son of the late Mr. Loyd Daniel Pinkerton and Mrs. Barbara Ann Nash. Mr. Pinkerton was a Vietnam Era, Air Force Veteran. Mr. Pinkerton is survived by his son Mr. Danny Pinkerton Jr. of Hiram, Ga; his wife of many years Mrs. Bonnie Pinkerton of Hiram, Ga; 3 brothers Mr. Mark Pinkerton of Gainesville, Ga, Mr. Ronnie Pinkerton of New Jersey, Mr. Jeff Pinkerton of Lawrenceville, Ga; 1 sister Ms

Mr. Elbert “Dude” Turner, age 82, of Dallas Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at his home. Mr. Turner was born in Dallas, Georgia August 28, 1928; the son of the late Mr. John Young Turner and Mrs. Tessie Lee Cochran Turner. Mr. Turner served his country in the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He was self-employed in the construction industry specializing in heavy equipment operation. Mr. Turner was a member of Bartlett Masonic Lodge #139. He enjoyed deer hunting and bluegrass music. Mr. Elbert Lamar Turner is survived by his loving

Mr. John H. Steele, affectionately known as Jack; age 63, of Dallas Georgia, formerly of Mt. Zion Illinois, passed away on November 5, 2010 at the golf course doing what he loved. Mr. Steele was born on June, 27, 1947 in Decatur, Illinois the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Robert Steele and Ethel Mae “Judy” Whitacre Steele. Mr. John H. “Jack” Steele served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Later, he was employed as a clerk of 58 years for the Norfolk Southern Railroad in Decatur, Illinois and Atlanta, Georgia. He also served as TCU local chairman from 1983 until h

Mrs. Jennifer Sherye Chastain Lanham, age 27 of Rockmart Georgia passed away on November 3, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Lanham was born on December 14, 1982 in Austell, Ga the daughter of loving parents Mr. & Mrs. Olin Blake and Mary Grace Chastain. She worked as a secretary for the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office. Jennifer enjoyed horseback riding. She loved her family and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jennifer Lanham is survived by her loving husband Mr. Thomas Lanham and daughter Miss Mckenzie Lanham of Rockmart, Ga; parents Mr. & Mrs. O

Mrs. Tanya Renee Evans, age 36 of Dallas, GA passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at her home. Mrs. Evans was born February 5, 1974, the daughter of Robert Abernathy and the late Diane May Abernathy. She enjoyed arts and crafts. Mrs. Evans is survived by her husband Mike Evans of Dallas, GA, one son Cody Evans of Dallas, GA, father Robert Abernathy of Douglasville, GA, two sisters, Kelly Jackson of Douglasville, GA, Wendy Wheeler of Claxton, GA. one brother, Bryan Abernathy of Virginia and many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Miss. Miranda Kazan Baker age 43 of Dallas, Ga. passed away on Sunday, October 31, 2010 at WellStar Paulding Hospital. Miss. Baker was born the daughter of the late James B. Baker and Louise Boner Baker. Miss Baker enjoyed painting, ceramics, wrote poetry and playing video games. Miss. Baker is survived by her mother Mrs. Louise Baker of Dallas, GA, two sisters Ms. Sandra Blair of Dallas, GA, Mrs. Arlene Bryson of Whitesburg, GA, one nephew Timothy Green of Austell, GA, one niece, Kayla Blair of Dallas, GA. and many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Mrs. Tara Lena Cameron age 40 of Rockmart, Georgia passed away on October 24, 2010 at home. Mrs. Cameron was born on July 24, 1970 in New Jersey, the daughter of David Lahey and Mairiam Amanda Kasarjian. She worked as a salesperson for Napa Auto Parts. She loved the beach, playing the drums and spending time with her beloved family. Mrs. Cameron is survived by two sons Ian and Noah Cameron, one daughter Lily Reece of Rockmart, GA, father David Lahey of Dallas, Georgia and many other beloved family and friends. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother Mairiam

Mr. Ronald Eugene Jacobs age 57 of Dallas, GA passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2010. Mr. Jacobs was born on April 9, 1953 the son of the late Mr. John Willie Jacobs and Mrs. Ramona Juanita Walker. Mr. Jacobs worked as a carpenter. Mr. Jacobs is survived by three sons Derrick Jacobs of Rockmart, GA, Waylon Jacobs of Rockmart, GA, and Taylor Jacobs of Odenville, AL. Seventeen brothers and sisters, many nieces and nephews and beloved friends. Mr. Jacobs is preceded in death by his beloved parents Mr. John Willie Jacobs and Mrs. Ramona Juanita Walker Jacobs.

Mr. Philip Clark, age 48, of Dallas, Georgia passed away Saturday, October 2, 2010 at WellStar Paulding Hospital. Mr. Clark was born on January 15, 1962 in Hudson, Michigan, the son of Shirley Eleanor Andrew and Marvin Duane Clark. He was of the Baptist faith and was a member of West Hills Baptist Church. In his spare time, Mr. Clark enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Clark is survived by his wife of eight years, Yolanda Hunt Clark of Dallas, Ga., 2 sons, Mr. Kyle Petty of Michigan and Mr. Dominique Bedford of Dallas, Ga., 3 daughters, Ms. Jasmine Roundtree of Dallas, Ga.,

Mr. James Thomas Free Jr., age 82 of Dallas, GA passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2010 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice in Austell, GA. Mr. Free was born on December 15, 1927, the son of the late Mr. James Free, Sr. and Mrs. Beulah Rowell Free. Mr. Free served his country in the United States Army and served in WWII as an occupational soldier. He was a retired police officer and worked for many years for the City of Dallas Police Department. In his spare time, Mr. Free enjoyed fishing, traveling, and watching westerns. Mr. Free is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mrs. Fra

Mr. Kenneth Benjamin Groom III age 69 of Hiram Georgia passed away on Friday September 24, 2010 at his residence. Mr. Kenneth Benjamin Groom III was born in Detroit Michigan on September 19, 1941, the son of the late Mr. Kenneth Groom Jr. and Mrs. Margaret Eleanor Montroy Richey. Mr. Groom was a retired employee of the United States Postal Service. He also served two tours of duty during the Vietnam War. He was an active member of Water of Life Christian Church in Douglasville GA, where he worked as an usher. Mr. Groom is survived by his 2 sisters Mr. & Mrs. Jerry (Sh

Mr. Paul Frederick Wiesner Sr., aged 88 of Marietta Georgia, passed away on September 22, 2010. Mr. Wiesner was born on January 1, 1922 in Louisville, Kentucky, the son of the late Mr. Frederick Wiesner and Mrs. Eddye Frances Buey Wiesner. He was a member of the alumni clubs of St. Xavier High School Class of 1939 and the University of Louisville, both in Louisville KY. He served his country as an officer in the United States Navy fighting in World War II and the Korean War and retiring from the Navy Reserves in 1982. As a young man he played semi-professional baseball an

Mr. L. D. “Griff” Griffin age 82, of Dallas, Georgia passed away Sunday, September 19, 2010 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Mr. Griffin was born on January 26, 1928 the son of Henry David Griffin and Fannie Rackley Griffin. He was an active member of Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church, Dallas, Ga. Mr. Griffin retired from Coca-Cola Enterprise, where he worked as a service technician on Coca-Cola machines at Lockhead until his retirement. He was active in Paulding County Little League Baseball many years. Mr. Griffin is survived by one son Rudy Griffin of Dallas,

Mrs. Betty J. Harte age 72, of Dallas, Georgia passed away Sunday, September 19, 2010 at her home. Mrs. Harte was born on January 14, 1938 in Ashland, West Virginia, the daughter of the late John Stevens and Amanda Puckett Stevens. She was a devoted homemaker. Mrs. Harte is survived by her daughter Denise and Dennis Ryan of Dallas, Ga., Two grandchildren William Ryan and Blaise Ryan of Dallas, Ga., Three sisters, Carol Long of West Virginia, Johnetta Foster of North Carolina, Verna Ensminger of West Virginia and many other beloved family and friends. She was preceded in d

Mr. Wendell Gene "Wimp" Dodd of Dallas Georgia passed away Wednesday September 15, 2010 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Wimp was born on February 22, 1944 the son of the late Joseph Reynolds Dodd and Vera Irene Womack Dodd. Mr. Dodd was a heavy equipment operator and retired from the construction industry. Wimp was an avid reader and enjoyed watching television in his spare time. Mr. "Wimp" Dodd is survived by 1 son Mr. & Mrs. Sam (Mary) Dodd of Dallas, Ga; 1 daughter Mr. & Mrs. Dwayne (Lisa) Malone of Dawsonville, Ga; 8 grandchildren Jeremy Dodd, Logan Dodd, Sami

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Bales age 51, of Hiram Georgia passed away Wednesday September 15, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Bales was born on July 27, 1959 in Newnan, Ga, the daughter of Mr. Fred F. Ward and Mrs. Elizabeth Singleton Ward. Mrs. Mary Bales is survived by her loving husband Mr. Shane Bales of Hiram, Ga; 3 sons Mr. Stephen Pope of Dallas, Ga, Mr. Jonnathan Pope of Marietta, Ga, Mr. and Mrs. Russell (Audra) Pope of Dallas, Ga; beloved parents Mr. & Mrs. Fred (Elizabeth) Ward; 2 brothers Mr. Billy Ward of Demerest and Mr. Jimmy Ward of Atlanta, Ga; 1 grandchild Mis

Mrs. Elizabeth A. Pope of Winder Georgia passed away on August 26, 2010 at Athens Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Pope was born on June 24, 1945 in Douglasville, Ga, the daughter of the late Mr. Henry David Kite and Mrs. Garon Beatrice Vietch Kite. She worked as a cashier at Kroger. Mrs. Elizabeth Pope is survived by 4 sons Mr. & Mrs. Scott (Rhonda) Pope of Jasper, Ga; Mr & Mrs. Keith (Christine) Pope of Alto, Ga; Mr. & Mrs. Greg (Brenda) Pope and Mr. Lyle Pope all of Dallas, Ga; 6 grandchildren; 2 brothers Mr. Ernest Kite and Mr. Howard Kite both of Dallas, Ga;

Mrs. Marvine Crockett age 76 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on September 6, 2010 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. She was born on May 13, 1934 the daughter of the late Mack & Sadie Greenway. She was employed most of her life for Healthcare Supply's. Mrs. Crocket was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister. Mrs. Marvine Crockett was survived by 3 daughter & son in laws, Sissy & Danny Otwell, Tina & Jim Blocker both of Dallas, Ga., and Hope Angela Sanford of Blueridge; 2 sons, Lewis Crockett of Dallas, Ga., and Morris Crockett of Austell, Ga; 18 gran