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Ms. Mary “Alberine” Tibbitts Cleland, age 85, of Dallas passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Alberine was born on December 6, 1929 in Dallas to loving parents, the late Mr. Leonard Tibbitts and Mrs. Lela Burt Tibbitts. Alberine worked as a film inspector for Universal Studios in Atlanta for many years. A Christian, she was a member of Narroway Baptist Church. In her spare time, she enjoyed taking care of her family. Alberine is survived by her son, Mr. Gary (Pam) Cleland of Dallas, 1 daughter, Mrs. Joyce (Larr

Mrs. Bessie Lucille Jackson Collins, age 82, of Hiram GA, passed away on Friday afternoon, November 27, 2015, at Wellstar Douglas Hospital. Bessie was born in Toxey, Al. on October 19, 1933, the daughter of the late Andrew Jackson and Lela Jenkins Jackson. She is has been a resident of Hiram and Paulding County for the greater part of her life and was a hairdresser for many years. Bessie loved doing crossword puzzles and was a member of Ridge Road Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her great granddaughter Kylee Snow and her sister Meryl. Bessie is

Mrs. Shelia Diann Jay, age 63, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday morning, November 11, 2015, at Tranquility of Cobb. Shelia was born in Boaz, AL, on September 18, 1952, the daughter of the late John Farmer Pence, Jr. and Lula E. Martin Pence. She had been a resident of Dallas and Paulding County for the greater part of her life and was a housewife and homemaker. Shelia loved knitting and cooking, was an avid University of Alabama fan (Roll Tide) and loved her dogs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry David Jay, on July 27, 2014, to whom she

Mrs. Ruth Ellen Scroggs Crowe, age 80, of Dallas, GA, passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, November 8, 2015. Ruth was born in Acworth, GA, on May 5, 1935, to loving parents, the late Mr. James Buford Scroggs and Mrs. Viola King Scroggs. A homemaker, Ruth spent most of her life caring for her children and grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoyed poetry, drawing, and yard work. A Christian, Ruth was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Marvin Crowe; one son, Mr. Johnnie “Buddy” Barmore and five siblings.

Mrs. Dawn Martia Hancock Brown, age 56, of Dallas passed away at her residence on Saturday, October 31, 2015. Dawn was born on October 1, 1959 in Hartselle, AL. She worked for several years for K-Mart as a customer service representative and in the shipping department. A Christian, Dawn loved the Lord and was a member of North Paulding Baptist Church. In her spare time, she enjoyed writing poetry and was an accomplished author of a poetry book in her lifetime. Dawn deeply loved her family and friends and will always be remembered for her caring nature. She never forgot to send cards to he

Elsie “Bonnell” Brewer, age 87, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday evening, October 28, 2015, at the Tranquility Hospice in Marietta, GA. Bonnell was born on August 22, 1928, the daughter of the late John Hiram Buchanan and Dollie Bessie Lee Morris Buchanan. A native of Paulding County, Bonnell was a member of the New Canaan Baptist Church in Dallas. She loved to cook meals for her family, especially sweets, go on picnics, and walks on sunny days. Some of Bonnell’s guilty pleasures were her favorite soap opera, The Young & The Restless, and she loved to go shopping. In additio

Mrs. Elizabeth Marie “Beth” Anderson, age 74, of Temple, GA, passed away on Sunday afternoon, October 25, 2015 at her residence. Beth was born on May 17, 1941, in Pulaski, VA, the daughter of the late Edward Elias Pennington and Vergie Mary Sirt Pennington. She had been a resident of Temple for the greater part of her life and was a member of the West Georgia Baptist Church. Prior to retirement, Beth was associated with Krystal restaurants. She loved to read and was an avid gardener. Beth is survived by her husband, Cleveland F. Anderson, Sr., to whom she was married on April 10,

Mrs. Betty Jean Cole, age 93, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday morning, October 19, 2015, at the Presbyterian Village in Austell, GA. Batty was born on February 14, 1922, the daughter of the late Erwin “Pete” Ackman and Mamie Lundburg Ackman. She had been a resident of Dallas for the past 11 years. She was raised in the Lutheran Church, was a member of the United Methodist Church in Mississippi and visited the County Line United Methodist Church locally. Betty was a cheerleader in high school and taught dance lessons in her younger years. She loved dancing, especially clogging and

Tonia Marie DeTappan Holby, age 73, passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, October 18, 2015. Tonia was born in Chicago, IL on July 25, 1942 to Alfonso DeTappan and Hazel Paulsen DeTappan. She worked for many years at Kroger as a service clerk. Tonia was a devoted Christian and a member of North Paulding Baptist Church. In her spare time, she enjoyed quilting, reading, and spending time with her family and with her friends. Tonia is preceded in death by her beloved mother, Hazel Paulsen DeTappan; 1 sister, Consuelo Nelson and her husband, Randy Holby. Tonia is survive

Mr. Arnold A. Grant, age 78, of Aragon, GA, died on Thursday, October 8, 2015, in a Rome hospital. A native of Dawsonville, GA, Mr. Grant was born on September 20, 1937, the son of the late Loyd and Louise O’Shields Grant Jones and step-son of the late Gordon L. Jones. He had been a resident of Aragon for the later years of his life and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Mr. Grant was a retired self-employed carpenter and loved fishing, tinkering with clocks and razors and fixing broken things. He was an avid sports fan, particularly of the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Falcons and th

Mr. William David Greenway, Sr., affectionately known as Dave to his family and friends, age 79, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2015, at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Dave was born on October 19, 1935, in Smyrna, GA, to loving parents, the late Henry Mack Vernon Greenway and Sadie Ollie Fletcher Greenway. He enjoyed working in the yard and cutting the grass. Dave was also a volunteer at the New Hope Fire Department. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Shelby Jean Cantrell Greenway; one brother, Bill Greenway; as well as three sisters, Maxi

Mr. Olin Blake Chastain, Sr. affectionately known as "Big Daddy" to his family and friends, age 53, of Dallas passed away at his residence on Sunday, September 13, 2015. Blake was born on June 27, 1962 in Marietta, GA to loving parents, the late Mr. Howard Chastain and Mrs. Esther Jones Chastain. A Christian, Blake was of the Baptist faith. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, dancing and singing, NASCAR, and was a Georgia Bulldog and Atlanta Falcons football fan. Above all, Blake loved his wife and children, and his grandchildren were his pride and joy. He was proud of his fami

Mr. Russell Charles Turner, age 64, of Powder Springs passed away on September 9, 2015 at his residence. Russell was born on March 5, 1951 in Tokyo, Japan to loving parents, the late Mr. Amon Turner and Mrs. Geneva Roy. Russell was semi retired at the time of his death and was of the Methodist faith. In his spare time he enjoyed drumming and was an avid Atlanta Falcons football fan. Russell is survived by Rose Turner; 3 children, Shannon (Kyle) Messer of Clarkston, GA, Emma Turner and Maxwell Turner both of Dallas; 2 grandchildren, Liam Messer and Avery Messer of Clarkston; and 1 b

Mr. Odes Donald Jones, affectionately known to his family and friends as “Donald”, age 72 of Dallas passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, September 10, 2015. Donald was born on December 16, 1942 in Dallas, Georgia to loving parents, the late Mr. Odes Lelus Jones and Mrs. Sybil Agnes Weaver Jones. A Christian, Donald was a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church in Yorkville. In his spare time, Donald enjoyed music and, in particular, playing guitar. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, Mr. Phillip Dwayne Jones and Mr. Steven Allen Jones.

Mrs. Valerie Ann Cole Worthy, age 54, of Dallas passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at her residence. Valerie was born on October 24, 1960 in Austell, GA to loving parents, Mrs. Iris Shelton Cole and the late Mr. Mack Jonas Cole. Valerie worked as a store manager for Speedway for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening and tending to plants, reading, swimming, and riding in her convertible. She was of the Christian faith. Valerie is survived by her husband of 29 years, Charles Worthy of Dallas; 3 children, Ronnie (Audrey) Attaway of Bremen, Jerry Worthy of Austel

Mrs. Christine Merrie Fuller Ray, age 58, of Dallas passed away at Wellstar Paulding Hospital on Monday, September 7, 2015. Christine was born on December 24, 1956 in Louisiana to loving parents, the late Mr. Edward Franklin Fuller and Mrs. JoAnna Billings Parmer. Christine was a homemaker for the majority of her life and loved her family. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Shawnda Lynn Fuller. Christine is survived by her husband of 35 years, Mr. Gary Ray of Dallas; 2 grandchildren, Kristen Miller of Dallas and Dylan Miller of Powder Springs; 3

Mr. Daniel “Danny” Paul Rooks, age 37 of Dallas, GA, passed away and went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 19, 2015. Danny was born on November 8, 1976, in Atlanta, GA, the son of Ms. Renita Ann Killcrease, and the late Mr. Danny William Rooks. Danny worked as a crane operator in the construction business at Anderson Metal Building, Inc. and was a self-proclaimed Christian. Danny is survived by his wife of 6 years, Mrs. Monica Lynn Cannon Rooks, whom he married on August 7, 2009; two daughters, Mr. & Mrs. Alex (Heather Deneice) Baker of Rockmart, and Miss Haley Daniel

Mrs. Linda “Joan” Smith Humphreys, age 69 of Dallas, GA, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2015, at Kennesaw Mountain Tranquility Hospice. Joan was born on January 19, 1946, in Powder Springs, GA, to loving parents, the late Mr. Lemon Smith and Mrs. Opal Carnes Smith. Joan retired from the Hiram Post Office where she worked as a mail carrier for many years. In her lifetime, she also worked for the Paulding County School System as a bus driver. A Christian, she was of the Baptist faith. In her spare time she enjoyed shopping and spending time with her grandchildren. Joan is precede

Ms. Linda Lewis, age 66, of Mableton passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2015. Linda was born on June 2, 1949 in Atlanta, GA to loving parents the late Mr. Charles Turnipseed and Mrs. Lois Lade Turnipseed. Linda was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church in Smyrna, GA for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Robert Turnipseed, and one grandson, Joseph Handley. Linda is survived by four children, Kim Fralish of Dallas, Kelly (Robert) Still

Mr. Ronnie Lee Culver, age 57, of Dallas, GA, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, August 15, 2015. Ronnie was born on July 28, 1958, in Rockmart, GA, to loving parents, the late Mr. William Harvey Culver and Mrs. Jacqueline Wright Culver. Ronnie retired from the Cobb County Water System and worked as an industrial maintenance technician for the Department of Defense at Camp Pendleton. In his spare time, he enjoyed bass fishing, bowling, and was a fan of NASCAR. Ronnie was of the Christian faith. Ronnie is survived by his wife of 38 years, Sandra Culver of Dallas; t

Mrs. Ruby Carolyn Compton Driskell, age 100, of Hiram passed away at Wellstar Paulding Hospital on Friday, August 14, 2015. Ruby was born in Dallas on January 16, 1915 to loving parents, the late Mr. George Compton and Mrs. Lena McMichen Compton. She worked as a seamstress for a period of time, but was predominately a homemaker. Ruby was known for her fantastic cooking abilities. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting and making quilts. In addition, she loved animals (dogs and birds) and flowers. A Christian she was a member of Zion Baptist Church for many years. Ruby is preceded

Mr. Marshall E. Bennett, age 60, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Saturday afternoon, August 8, 2015, at his residence. Marshall was born on January 15, 1955, in Duluth, GA, to loving parents, the late Mr. J.L Hayes and Mrs. Mary Nell Rickles. Marshall worked as a roll tender at a printing company and also served in the United States Army in his lifetime. A Christian, he was a member of Cochran Ridge Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding fourwheelers. He was loved by his family and all that knew him. Marshall is preceded in death by his parents, one s

Mr. John Walter “Johnny” Smith, age 70, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday morning, August 6, 2015, at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. A native of Dallas and Paulding County, Johnny was born on December 11, 1944, the son of the late George ODell Smith and Irma Mae Denton Smith. He had been a lifelong resident of Dallas and Paulding County and was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War. Prior to retirement, Johnny was associated with Lockheed Martin for a number of years. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church, was an avid deer hunter, enjoyed fishing and lo

Mr. Johnnie Leeonard Brock, Sr., age 81, of Powder Springs passed away on Monday, July 27, 2015 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice. Johnnie was born on January 11, 1934 in Cullman, AL, the son of the late Joseph Harold Brock and Lillie Eufaula Oaks Brock. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Johnnie loved planes and served as a crew chief and air craft mechanic during his time in the service. In addition, he worked for Lockheed Martin, Eastern Airlines, and many other aviation corps. Johnnie was also an avid outdoorsman and loved to hunt and fish in his spare time. He is preceded i

Mr. Marlin Hasty Caldwell, age 89, of Rome passed away at his residence on Tuesday, July 21, 2015. Marlin was born on November 23, 1925 in Atlanta, GA, the son of the late Mr. Ector Maze Caldwell and Mrs. Emma Ruth Caldwell. Marlin was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and retired from Lockheed Martin where he worked as a plane mechanic. A Christian, Marlin was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife Mrs. Mildred Virginia Caldwell and one daughter, Mrs. Lucille Hall. Marlin is survived by his daughter, Laura (Junior