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Mr. William Jerome Shope age 76 of Hiram, Ga passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Mr. Shope was born November 30, 1933 in Atlanta, Ga. He is the son of the late Henry Alden Shope and Lillian Kershaw Shope. Mr. Shope was a veteran of the United States Navy. He enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family. Mr. William Shope is survived by his son Mr. Damon Shope and daughter Ms. Angel Shope both of Hiram, Ga; 6 grandchildren Misty Davis, Anthony Shope, Timmy Pettit, Casey Brewer, Kendall Shope, and Alex Shope; nieces; nephews; as well as man

Mr. Brian Justin Lafkoff age 27, of Atlanta, Ga. passed away Saturday May 29, 2010. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, target shooting, working on cars and mechanical things. Mr. Lafkoff was born on February 13, 1983 the son of Brian N. and Peggy Lafkoff of Dallas, Ga. He was a Salesperson for Adventure Outdoors. Mr. Lafkoff is survived by his mother and father, Brian N. and Peggy Lafkoff of Dallas, Ga. One sister Ashley Brittle of Atlantic Beach, Fla. Nephew, Joshua Brittle of Atlantic Beach, Fla. Nieces, Leah and Daneille Brittle and Brittany Taylor Downs of Atlantic Bea

A year and half ago Wayne Landers went to sleep in death. He was admired and loved by all those who knew him, he never met a stranger. He was happy and loved Jehovah. yet you may not know why this man was so happy, so content and loved Jehovah so much. It was the love of an incredible woman. Kinder and more soft spoken than any we have ever met. They finished each others sentences. When she was drawn by Jehovah to his organization, her care, example and conduct moved him to do the same. This beautiful lady taught so many to know and love Jehovah, including her children. Wayne always said h

Mrs. Mary Gray age 76, of Douglasville Georgia passed away Monday May 17, 2010 at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga Tennessee. Mrs. Gray was born on October 22, 1933 in Missouri, the daughter of the late Herman and Pearl Saunders. She worked as a supervisor for Western Union. She was passionate about her family sacrificing daily for son and daughter. She loved the outdoors and spent countless hours beautifying her yard. She added many statues, angels, waterfalls and deer planters. She called it "Her little place on Earth as if it were in Heaven." Mrs. Mary Gray is survived b

Mrs. Mary Gray age 76, of Douglasville Georgia passed away Monday May 17, 2010 at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga Tennessee. Mrs. Gray was born on October 22, 1933 in Missouri, the daughter of the late Randy and Pearl Gray. She worked as a supervisor for Western Union. She was passionate about her family sacrificing daily for son and daughter. She loved the outdoors and spent countless hours beautifying her yard. She added many statues, angels, waterfalls and deer planters. She called it "Her little place on Earth as if it were in Heaven." Mrs. Mary Gray is survived by h

Mrs. Mildred F. Weaver age 83, of Dallas, GA. passed away Friday, May 21, 2010 at the Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Mrs. Weaver was born on July 8, 1926, the daughter of Cliff Fennell and Lila Ratteree Fennell. Mrs. Weaver was a homemaker and the wife of the late Ray Weaver. Mrs. Weaver is survived by one son, Kem and Nancy Weaver of Rockmart, Ga. Four brothers, Rev. Andy & Katie Fennell of Rockmart, GA., Edward and Nina Fennell of Rockmart, GA. Rev. Ernest and Jean Fennell of Dallas, GA., and Eugene and Barbara Fennell of Aargon, GA. Four sisters, Louise Forsyth

Mrs. Marcia Ann Rutherford age 67 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on May 17, 2010. She was born on September 6, 1942 the daughter of the late Jack Wisdom Graham and Willette Shipp Graham. During her lifetime she was a sitter for the elderly and a devoted homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her family; especially her grandchildren, gardening and all types of flowers. Mrs. Marcia Rutherford is survived by her 2 daughters and son in law, Lynn & Homer Cochran and Janice Rutherford both of Dallas, Ga.; son, David Rutherford of Dallas, Ga; 4 grandchildren, Elizabeth Ann "Beth" C

Mr. Christopher Daniel Graham affectionately known as "Chris" passed away at Emory University Hospital on May 14, 2010. He was born on August 31, 1970 in Dallas, Georgia the son of Danny Dean Graham and Mary Louise Waters. Mr. Chris Graham was survived by his father & stepmother, Danny Dean & Charlotte Graham of Dallas, Ga.; stepfather, Wayne Boleman of Marietta, Ga.; sister, Amanda Graham of Atlanta, Ga.; brothers, Gene Graham, Russell Graham, James Matthew Thompson all of Dallas, Ga., & Michael & Jennifer Boleman of Alabama; many nieces , nephews, other beloved fa

Mrs. Lillian Roberta Calkins Lawton age 94, of Lithia Springs, Ga. passed away Thursday May 13, 2010 at Atlanta Medical Center. Mrs. Lawton was born on November 12, 1915 in West Monroe, La. the daughter of the late Lida May Register Calkins and Bert A. Calkins. She worked in retail department of warehousing with Birdine's. She was previously married to Lawrence Anthony Guilfoyle December 12, 1941 and to Frank Lawton April 30, 1984, both are deceased. Mrs. Lawton is survived by two sons and daughter in law Stephen Guilfoyle of Largo, Florida and Raymond Guilfoyle and Char

Mr. Tony R. Freeman age 71, of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Sunday May 2, 2010 at his residence. Mr. Freeman was born in Paulding County on April 1, 1939 the son of the late Marvin Heslip Freeman and Mattie Cole Freeman. He was retired from Lucent Technology. Mr. Tony R. Freeman was an honorably discharged Army Veteran. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. Mr. Tony R. Freeman is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sonjia Hulsey Freeman of Dallas, Ga.; daughter and son in law, Peggy Faye & John Isaacs of Dallas, Ga.; son and daughter in law, Danny Ray and M

Mrs. Nancye Rains age 55 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on April 28, 2010 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Mrs. Rains was born in the Philippines on June 19, 1954 the daughter of the late Sam Fluker and Laura Browning Fluker. She enjoyed painting and was a devoted homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Nancye Rains is survived by her husband, Randy Rains of Dallas, Ga; 2 daughters and sons in law, Amy & Remer Croft of Valdosta, Ga.; Sara & Andrew Gentry of Rome, Ga.; 2 sons and daughter in law, Jason & Amber Rains of Woodstock, Ga.; Jordan Rains of Dallas, Ga.; b

Mr. Richard John Langdon age 46 of Hiram Georgia passed away on April 13, 2010 at his residence. Mr. Langdon was born on January 8, 1964 in Illinois, the son of Jack Langdon and Florence Pursley. Mr. Langdon was a member of Grace Baptist Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. He loved fishing and spending time with his family. Mr. Richard Langdon is survived by his beloved son Dylan Langdon of Hiram, Ga; 2 brothers Al Pursley of Hiram, Ga, and Houston Pursley of Cartersville, Ga; 1 step brother Kenny Harris of Douglasville, Ga; 1 step sister Linda Aikens; nieces and ne

Mrs. Angelia Lauria Patterson age 45, of Hiram Georgia passed away Tuesday April 6, 2010 at her home. Mrs. Patterson was born on May 24, 1964 in Douglasville Ga, the daughter of James Clyde and Lessie Maude Bryant Harris. She was a member of Harper's Lake Baptist Church. She devoted herself to her family and spent her life as a homemaker. Her favorite things to do were sewing and taking care of her family. Mrs. Patterson is survived by her loving husband Mr. Franklin B. Patterson; 1 daughter Ms. Jennifer Amanda Patterson; 2 brothers Mr. & Mrs. Larry (Vickie) Harris

Mrs. Luanna Castille of age 56, of Rockmart Georgia passed away Monday, April 5, 2010 at her home; surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Castille was born on August 3, 1953 in Cresent Oklahoma, the daughter of the late Wallace and Bonnie Teasley. She worked as a manager at a food warehouse for EBY Brown. Her greatest joy was spending time with her loving family. Mrs. Castille is survived by her husband Mr. Michael Castille of Rockmart, GA,; 2 sons Mr. & Mrs. Jason (Jenny) Castille of Yorkville, GA, and Mr. & Mrs. Eric (Joy) Castille of Dallas, GA; 5 grandchildren

Mrs. Sarah Inez Earwood age 91 of Dallas Georgia passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Earwood was born on September 4, 1918 in Paulding County Georgia, the daughter of the late Pearl Samantha Ruff Hillard and Robert Lee Hillard. Mrs. Earwood worked as a Labor and Delivery LPN at Cartersville Medical Center, where she retired at the age of 70. She was a member of Mt. View Church of God. Her favorite pastimes included gardening, sewing, and crafting. Mrs. Sarah Earwood is survived by 4 daughters Mr. & Mrs. Bob (Faye) Loh

Mrs. Anna Lydia Garcia Serrano age 65 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on April 3, 2010. She was born in Puerto Rico on August 1, 1944 the daughter of the late Augustine Garcia and Providencia Santiago Muniuz. She was a devoted homemaker and enjoyed painting, dancing and cooking. She loved babysitting all children and taking care of her grandchildren. Mrs. Anna Lydia Garcia Serrano is survived by one son, Carmelo Serrano, Jr. of California; 6 daughters, Nancy Gonzalez of Florida, JoAnne & Aurelio Irizarry of Florida, Samantha Serrano of Dallas, Ga., Damaris Serrano Dunaway of Florida, Li

Mrs. Ella Estelle Holland age 89 of Dallas, Ga passed away on April 3, 2010. She was born in Paulding County on January 5, 1921 the daughter of the late Zollie Walker and Josie Parks Walker. Mrs. Ella Estelle Holland was preceded in death by her husband, James Louie Holland. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and a friend to all who knew her. Mrs. Ella Estelle Holland was survived by one son & daughter in law, Barnard "Buck" & Bertie Holland of Dallas, Ga.; 2 daughters, Margene Harris of Dallas, Ga and Glenda Lindsey of

Mrs. Grace Marie Bernardo, age 82 of Dallas, GA passed away Sunday, March 28, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Bernardo was a retired nurse. Mrs. Bernardo was born November 16, 1927 in Jacksonville, Florida the daughter of the late Alexander Herman Leunig and Grace Helen Carswell. Mrs. Bernardo is survived by one daughter Mr. and Mrs. Robbie (Carla) Robertson of Dallas, Ga. One son Mr. and Mrs. Mark (Michele) Brown of Kennesaw, Ga. Two sisters Mrs. Blanche Gibbs Reed of Ponte Vedra, Fla. and Mrs. Ann Panella of California. Four Grandchildren Aaron Cohn of Holly Springs, GA

Mr. Joseph Velkovich, age 55 of Dallas, GA passed away Saturday, March 27, 2010 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mr. Velkovich, affectionately known as Joe; was born on April 16, 1954 in Kosovo, Europe. The only son of two wonderful parents Mr. & Mrs. Rudy and Helen Velkovich. He was of the Serbian Orthodox faith. He served in the United States Army. Mr. Velkovich worked as a Machinist at Withers Tool and Dye. He loved the outdoors and his favorite pastimes were hunting and fishing. Mr. Joseph Velkovich is survived by his wife Mrs. Diana Velkovich; one son Mr. Joey Velkovich, Jr.;

Mrs. Rhoda L. Wilkes age 76 of Dallas, Georgia and formerly of Brunswick, Ga passed away at her daughter's residence on March 24, 2010. She was born on August 10, 1933 the daughter of the late W. G. O'Quinn and Bessie Edgy O'Quinn of Brunswick, Ga. Throughout her life she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and was a care giver to others. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. Mrs. Rhoda L. Wilkes is survived by her daughter & son in law; Steve & Debora Hubbard of Hiram, Ga; son; Clary Wilkes of Cumming, Ga.; 2 granddaughters; Kariss

Mr. Robert Lloyd Sosebee, Sr. age 80 of Austell, Georgia passed away on March 1, 2010 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Mr. Sosebee was born in Dallas, Georgia on October 17, 1929 the son of the late Willie Emmett Sosebee and Mary Eula Allgood Sosebee. He was previously employed with John Moorell Meat Packing where he served as a Foreman. He previously served in the United States Navy. His hobbies included gardening and square dancing. Mr. Robert Lloyd Sosebee, Sr. was survived by one son and daughter in law; Mr. & Mrs. Robert (Joyce) Sosebee, Jr.; 4 brothers; Charles Sosebee of Dallas

Mrs. Vera Wiest, age 91 of Kennesaw, Georgia and formerly of Baltimore, Maryland passed away on February 25, 2010 at her residence. She was born on August 29, 1918 the daughter of the late John Henry LeRoy Trautfelter and Eleanor Germeroth. Mrs. Wiest was married to the late William Read Wiest, II who passed away on May 14, 1970. She was a devoted homemaker and was of the Presbyterian Faith. She was a member of her high school sorority Zeta Tau Kappa. Mrs. Wiest is survived by 2 daughters, Ms. Nan Armiger of Kennesaw, Ga.; Ms. Dee Wiest of Dallas, Ga.; sister, Mrs. Evelyn Melba Regan of Wi

Mr. Kevin Dorsey Burns age 23 of Dallas Georgia passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Kevin was born on November 26, 1986 in Austell, Ga, the son of David Eugene Burns Sr. and Martha Rachel Williams Burns. His family are evangelists and he traveled with them ministering hope to the brokenhearted. Many have said that Kevin's smile could light up a room. He loved gospel music and looked forward to each and every opportunity to attend church. Kevin is survived by his loving parents Mr. & Mrs. David Sr. and Martha Burns, 2 bro

Mrs. Mildred N. Wix age 83 of Dallas, Georgia passed away Monday, February 22, 2010 in Buchanan Ga. Mrs. Wix was born on December 11, 1926 in Temple, Ga the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Otis and Myrtis Miller. She was a loving wife and mother. Her church and her family were always her first love. Mrs. Mildred Wix is survived by her 2 sons Gerald Wix and Mr. & Mrs. Donny (Gina) Wix and 1 daughter Mr. & Mrs. Terry (JoAnn) Mammenga, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as many other beloved family members and friends. Mrs. Wix was preceded in death b

Mr. Harold Clay Mattox age 78 of Scottsboro Al, passed away February 18, 2010 at Tranquility Hospice. Mr. Mattox was born on August 13, 1931 in Ashland Al, the son of the late William Benson Mattox and Mary Frances Hallman. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Mattox worked as a Barber for over 30 years, and as a pipefitter for 18. He was a caring person and had a very generous heart. Mr. Mattox is survived by 1 daughter Mr. & Mrs. Allan (Jackie) Wilson of Dallas, Ga; 1 son Mr. & Mrs. Harold Franklin (Teresa Kay) Mattox of