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Mr. Jacob Christian Broome, age 19 of Dallas, GA, passed away on April 3, 2015 in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Jacob was born on April 21, 1995 in Marietta, GA, the son of Joe and Karen Broome. He attended North Paulding High School where he lettered in basketball and baseball and graduated an honor student. Jacob was currently a student at Southern Polytechnic State University and was studying Mechanical Engineering. He was an employee at Woods Pool Service and was of the Christian faith. He enjoyed playing flag football, frisbee, and also enjoyed playing video games. He i

Mr. Rick “Papa” Robertson, age 62 of Dallas, GA, died Friday morning, August 22, 2014, at his residence following an extended illness. Rick was born in Atlanta, GA, on May 8, 1952, the son of the late Arthur Bandy Robertson and Patsy Ruth Wheeler Dunn. He was a heavy equipment operator for a number of years and was associated with Georgia Pipeline and Hauling. Rick loved deer and turkey hunting, was an avid Braves fan and always enjoyed watching NASCAR races. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Lucinda Ann Dunn, and grandparents, Emma Ruth Harris and Fred W

Mrs. Jean Craton Silbaugh, age 82, of Dallas, GA, died Saturday morning, August 23, 2014, at her residence. A native of Paulding County, Jean was born on June 13, 1932, the daughter of the late Rev. John Phillip Craton and Irma Lee Gurley Craton. She had been a resident of Dallas and Paulding County for most of her life. Jean was a school teacher for over 31 years, retiring in 1994 from Douglas County Schools. She had served as Superintendent of Schools for Paulding County from 1980 until 1984. For a number of years Jean taught Sunday School at First Baptist Church of Dallas where she

Mr. Jerry Leroy Waters, age 74, of Rockmart passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 13, 2014. Jerry was born in Monroe, IA on May 18, 1940 to loving parents the late Mr. Albert Leroy Waters and Mrs. Mary Alice Painter-Waters-Gouch. Jerry served in the United State Air Force as a parachute rigger. He also worked for worked at Home Depot for 25 years. Mr. Waters enjoy working, gardening, his tomato plants, watching crime shows and growing flowers. He also enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren and spending time with his family and his friends. Jerry is survived by his wife of 54 y

Mr. Marion Andrew Hayes, age 61, of Dallas passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 10, 2014. Marion was born in Douglasville, GA on November 2, 1952 to loving parents the late Mr. Andrew Hayes and Mrs. Mae Hayes. Marion worked as a plumber with GLT Plumbing, Inc. for many years. He was of the Methodist faith and a member of New Smyrna Methodist Church. In his spare time he enjoyed guitar and all music, painting, writing poetry, and enjoyed spending time with his family and his friends. . Marion is survived by his wife of 13 years, Amy Hayes of Dallas, GA., and one son, Matt

Mrs. Audrey Marie Theuret Sanzari, age 83, of Dallas passed away peacefully at Wellstar Nursing and Rehab Center on Friday, July 4, 2014. Audrey was born in Hudson, New Jersey on March 11, 1931 to loving parents the late Mr. William Theuret and Mrs. Helen Rubner Theuret. Audrey worked in communications as a switchboard operator for Bergen Pines Hospital for many years. She was of the Episcopal faith and enjoyed spending time with her family and her friends. Audrey is survived by her three children, Mrs. Linda (Wayne) Leon- Sanzari of Paramus, NJ; Mr. Pat (Belinda “Bo”) Sanzari of Templ

Mrs. Dorothy “Faye” Locklear Baxter, age 82, of Rockmart, GA. passed away peacefully on Sunday June 1, 2014 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Dorothy was born on August 1, 1931 in Rockmart, GA. to loving parents the late Mr. Guy Locklear, and Mrs. Beatrice Walraven Locklear. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 34 years Mr. H.C. “Slim” Baxter; she is also preceded in death by 6 brothers, Charles Locklear, James Locklear, Ray Locklear, Bobby Locklear, Marvin Locklear and Leon Locklear. Also, one sister, Joanie Brown. Faye worked as a homemaker. She loved music a

Mrs. Harriet Fritter Matthews, age 62 of Dallas, GA passed away on Monday, May 26, 2014 at her daughter’s residence. Mrs. Matthews was born on March 12, 1952 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the daughter of the late Robert Phillip Fritter and Paulita Varada Fritter. She was a homemaker and was a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. She loved playing cards, bingo and doing crossword puzzles. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by a brother, William Floyd Fritter and a sister, Virginia Louise Fritter. Mrs. Matthews is survived by two daughters, Barbara Huff and he

Mr. Christopher “Chris” Wayne Upton, age 24 of Temple, GA passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2014. Chris was born on April 18, 1990 in Marietta, the son of Kenneth Wayne Upton and Sirena Ann Buchanan. He worked for the West Georgia Sheet Metal and Gutters and attended the High Shoals Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting mudding, his family and especially his little girls. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Wendell and Shirley Upton; uncle, James Luker; and friend, Tyler Lentz. Chris is survived by his wife of two years, Jennifer Porter Upton; two daughters, Rhylie

Mr. Marion Franklin Lindsey, affectionately known as “Bob” to his friends and family, passed away at the age of 83 on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at his residence. Bob was born on June 7, 1930 in Dallas, GA to loving parents the late Mr. James Marion Lindsey and Mrs. Omie Roberts Lindsey. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 18 years Mrs. Betty Jo Lindsey, and his second wife Mrs. Johnnie Cox Lindsey, one grandson Greg Self, sister Ethel Lindsey, brother Paul Lindsey, sister Lois Gordon, sister Ruth Stanley, Sister Cora McDowell, sister Eula Gazaway, sister Ozell Graham, brother Eddie

Mr. David John Dilbeck, age 52 of Dallas passed away on Monday, May 19, 2014 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. David was born on December 24, 1961 in Dallas, GA, the son of the late Frank John Dilbeck and Irene Mooneyham Pope. He retired from maintenance with the Cobb County Water Department and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed motorcycles, gardening and fishing. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by an uncle, Jack Mooneyham and a brother-in-law, Steven Pace. David is survived by his wife of two years, Rhonda Dilbeck; three children, Michelle, Samantha, and Joshua D

Mr. Franklin Delano Coleman affectionately known to his family and friends as “Frank”, age 80, of Villa Rica, GA passed away peacefully at Tanner Hospital in Villa Rica on Saturday, May 17, 2014. Frank was born on February 15, 1934 in Roswell, GA, the son of the late Mr. Arthur Coleman and Mrs. Willie Mae Fowler Coleman. He was veteran of the United States Navy and was of the Baptist Faith. Frank was a plumber and enjoyed the outdoors especially hunting and fishing in his spare time. Frank is survived by his wife of 3 years Hazel Brewer, three children; Ms. Debbie Shortland of I

Mr. Earl Edward Hurst., age 75 of Hiram, GA passed away peacefully at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital on Saturday, May 17, 2014. Earl was born on September 23, 1938 in Powder Springs, GA to the late Mr. James Clyde Hurst and Mrs. Rosie Privett Hurst. Earl was a customer service representative for Caraustar in Austell, GA and served in the National Guard for six years. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Clara Hurst; children, grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Visitation for Earl will be conducted on Monday, May 19, 2014 from 4-9 PM at the Jeff Eberhart

Mr. Max Walker, age 77, of Douglasville, passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, May 15, 2014. Max was born on December 16, 1936, in Ft. Payne AL, to loving parents the late Mr. Ben Walker, and Mrs. Irma Camp Walker. He was also preceded in death by one sister Mrs. Irene Ellis, one brother Mr. Johnny Walker, three step sisters Mrs. Irene Vaughn, Mrs. Winnie Cagle, and Mrs. Vinnie Lee Boggs; one half-brother Mr. Jackie Walker; one step brother Mr. MG Vaughn; and two step sisters Mrs. May Quails, and Mrs. Frances Reynolds. Max was a godly man who loved to sing, pray, read t

Mrs. Kathy Lynn Chastain Driskell, age 56 of Hiram passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2014 at her residence. Kathy was born on March 25, 1958 in Gastonia, NC, the daughter of Paul Chastain and the late Victoria Dotson. Kathy was the owner and operator of the A-Z Thrift Store and was a member of the Crossroads Non-Denominational Church in Douglasville. She enjoyed fishing, casinos, and going to the beach in Destin, FL with her best friend. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by two brothers, David Brock and Donnie Dotson. Kathy is survived by her husband of 27 years,

Mrs. Charlotte Earline McCoy Cole, age 76, of Monroe, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Athens. Charlotte was born on June 30, 1937 in Acworth, to loving parents the late Mr. & Mrs. Esmon and Myrtle McCoy. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. Billy Franklin Cole; sister Mrs. Drewcellar Howard; niece Mrs. Glenda Howard; brother in law Mr. Robert Howard; and brother Mr. Griffin McCoy. Charlotte loved her family and was a devoted homemaker. She is survived by four sons Mr. Billy “Anthony” Cole of King

Mrs. Shelia Sue Wix Balderston, age 48, of Carrollton, GA passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2014 at Tanner Medical Center in Carrollton. Shelia was born on March 22, 1966 in Dallas, GA to loving parents the late Mr. Wayne E. Wix, Sr., and Mrs. Sandra Lively Wix. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother Mr. Eddie Wix; and grandparents Mr. & Mrs. James & Mildred Wix. She is survived by her daughter Ms. Jessica Nicole Waldrop of Carrollton; son Mr. Andrew Waldrop of Dallas; grandchildren Jaiden Michelle and Lailah Nicole of Carrollton; one brother M

Mrs. Lucy Tommie Marvine Waters Thackston, age 94, of Hiram, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center. Marvine was born on March 12, 1920, in Dallas, to loving parents the late Mr. John Lewis Waters, and Mrs. Fannie Eveline Parson Waters. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years Mr. James “Rip” Thackston; her son Mr. David Thackston; her daughter Mrs. Gail Hulsey; two brothers Mr. Johnny Waters, and Mr. Jimmy Waters; and two sisters Mrs. Annie Ruth Wilson, and Mrs. Mattie Lee Barber. Marvine worked as a seamstress

Mrs. Carrie Louise Sweatt Phillips, age 88 of Hiram passed away on April 27, 2014 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mrs. Phillips was born on March 18, 1926 in Dallas, GA the daughter of the late Beecher Sweatt and the late Mary Gladys Brooks Sweatt. She had worked as a Department Manager for Sears and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed watching TV, especially the Price is Right on the Game Show Network. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Hulon L. Phillips and a sister, Virginia Crowe. Mrs. Phillips is survived by a daughter, Brenda

Mr. Wesley Daniel Hall, age 26, of Dallas, GA passed away on Monday, April 21, 2014 at the Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Wesley was born on March 26, 1988 in Lithia Springs, the son of Daniel “Danny” Hall and Debra Chupp Hall. He was a member of the Yorkville Baptist Church and loved photography and spending time with his special niece, Avianna. He is preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Luther and Mary Hall: Maternal grandfather, James Chupp; two uncles, Woodrow Hall and Michael Chupp. Wesley is survived by his parents, Danny and Debra Hall; two sisters, Angel

Mrs. Pamela Virginia Moss, affectionately known to her family and friends as “Pam”, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2014 at Floyd Hospital in Rome, GA. Pam was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Atlanta on September 2, 1962 to loving parents, the late Mr. Jack Fueston and the late Mrs. JoAnn Samples Fueston. Pam was a homemaker and she enjoyed landscaping and puzzles. An avid facebooker she enjoyed surfing the internet and keeping up with friends and family on the social media site. In addition, she was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed reading her Bible. Pam is survive

Mrs. Louise Fennell Forsyth, age 91 of Dallas passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Home. Louise was born on July, 7, 1922, to loving parents the late Mr. Samuel S. Fennell, and Mrs. Lila Rataree Fennell. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. W. L. “Bill” Forsyth who passed away in 2001; one son Mr. Freddy Forsyth; two brothers Mr. S.C. Fennell, and Mr. James Fennell; and one sister Mrs. Mildred Weaver. She was a loving homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a member of Springdale Baptist Church. She is survi

Mr. Ross Edward Meade, age 72 of Dallas passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2014 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mr. Meade was born on September 29, 1941 in Pound, VA, and the son of the late Bruce Meade. Mr. Meade worked in construction doing sheet rock and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed reading, gardening, weaving baskets. He was very crafty and very good at weaving. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. Mr. Meade is survived by his wife, Margene Harris; three children, eight step-children, brother, Wallace Meade of Virginia, t

Mr. Jessie James Pace, age 71 of Hiram passed away on Sunday, April 13. 2014 at Cedar Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation. Mr. Pace was born on April 15, 1942 in Rome, GA, the son of the late Grady Pace and the late Mildred McBrayer Pace. Mr. Pace was a member of the White Oak Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by infant brother and sister twins. Mr. Pace is survived by a brother, Dennis Edward Pace of Cartersville; two sisters, Brenda Pace Cole of Dallas and Shirley Hulsey of Rome; and seven nieces and nephews. A memorial service is planned

Mr. Robert Lee Parson, age 59 of Hiram, GA passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at Emory University Hospital. Mr. Parson was born on October 30, 1954 in Austell, GA, the son of Bobby Lee Parson and the late Mary Van Parson. He was a self-employed electrician and was a member of the Ridge Road Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, hunting, and volunteering at Warehouse of Hope. He was a very outgoing person. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his wife, Vera Analee Parson; Grandfather, Sam Parson and Grandmother, Cortez Parson. Mr. Parson is survived