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Mr. Harold Hulsey, age 83, of Dallas, passed away onThursday, September 12, 2013 at Cartersville Medical Center. Harold was born on May 5, 1930 in Carrollton, to lovingparents the late Mr. Fletcher Hulsey and Mrs. Allie Mae Taylor Hulsey. He was also preceded in death by his stepsonBarry Kuykendall and granddaughter Hayley Hulsey. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. Upon leaving the service he worked as aspares analyst for Lockheed. He lovedbraves baseball and spending time with his family. He was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Hulsey is survived by h

Mr. Thomas Bellerive, age 70, of Lithia Springs, passed awayon Monday, September 9, 2013, at Wellstar Cobb Hospital Thomas was born in Cap Hatien, Haiti on September 17,1942. He is survived by his beloved wifeMrs. Marie Rephino Bellerive and three children. He was self-employed as anauto-mechanic. Funeral services for Mr. Bellerive will be held at Philadelphie7th Day Adventist Church of Douglasville on Sunday, September 15,2013 at 10 am with Pastor Jean Hercule Toussaint officiating. Interment will follow at Peaceful MeadowsMemorial Gardens. The family will r

Mr. Kenneth Charles Moody, age 53, of Dallas, passed away onSunday, September 8, 2013. Kenneth was born on June 25, 1960 in Dallas to lovingparents, the late Mr. Charles Walker Moody and Mrs. Teresa Moody. He was employed in construction withCzarnowski Display. He enjoyed hunting,fishing, motorcycles, and Nascar. He wasof the Christian Faith. He is survived by two sisters Mr. & Mrs. Bob (Denise)Bagby of Dallas, and Ms. Linda Moody of Douglasville; three nieces AllisonReynolds of Hiram, Teresa Bagby of Villa Rica, and Erin Wood of Douglasville;several great nieces and

Mrs. Opal Lillian Cohran Graham, age 81, of Dallas, passedaway on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at her home. Opal was born on October 28, 1931 in Dallas, to lovingparents the late Mr. Leon Cohran and Mrs. Minnie Thomason Cohran. She was an Executive Director for the DallasHousing Authority and worked for Lee Hardware for 30 years. She was a verycreative person and enjoyed crocheting and knitting. Never an idle woman she enjoyed reading,travelling, and spending time with her family. She loved the Lord and was a charter member of Grace CovenantPresbyterian Church. Mrs. Grah

Mr. Donald "Donnie" Gene Morris, Jr., age 52 of Dallas passed away on Friday, September 6, 2013 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice at Cobb. Donald was born on February 13, 1961 in Dallas, GA, the son of Donald Gene Morris, Sr. and Ruth Parson Echols. He worked at Austell Box Board in construction and attended Pumpkinvine Baptist Church. He loved fishing and enjoyed all sports. He is preceded in death by a son, Christopher Morris. Donald is survived by a son, Donald Gene Morris, III and his wife Quinn of Temple; mother, Ruth Echols and her husband, Olan”Doc” of Milledgeville; Father, Do

Mr. Jack R. Tilley, age 93, of Dallas, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2013, at Maple Ridge Nursing Home in Cartersville. Jack was born on August 29, 1920 in Fulton County, to loving parents the late Mr. Bert Tilley and Mrs. Nellie Smith Tilley. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife Mrs. Bertha Turner Tilley; two brothers Mr. Freddy Tilley, and Mr. Aubrey “Bud” Tilley; three sisters Mrs. Violet Kimbell, Mrs. Nellie Dobbs, and Mrs. Myrtice Grogan; two granddaughters Mrs. Jamie Butler, and Mrs. Melinda Dunn; and one son in law Mr. Jimmy Reynolds. Mr. Tilley was self-empl

Mr. Pascal Sanders Hicks, age 90, of Dallas, passed away onWednesday, September 4, 2013 at Floyd Hospital Pascal was born on November 16, 1922 in Rockmart, GA toloving parents the late Mr. Samuel B. Hicks and Mrs. Savannah ForsythHicks. He was also preceded in death byhis first wife Mrs. Janette Hicks and second wife Mrs. Evelyn Hicks. He honorably servedas a private in the United States Army during WWII. He was a faithful man and served as aminister for many years. He is survived by one son Mr. Tommy Hicks; one daughter Mrs.Debbie Singletary; grandchildren; gr

Mr. Robert Carlton Collins of Dallas, affectionately knownas “Bobby” to his friends and family, passed away at the age of 48, on Friday,August 30, 2013 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice at Kennesaw Mountain. Bobby was born on December 28, 1964, in Atlanta, to lovingparents the late Mr. Harvey Robert Collins and Mrs. Hattie Patricia Collins Jackson. He was also preceded in death by his grandsonBrylin Collins, nephew Zachary Collins, and his grandparents. He was a member of Harmony Baptist Church in Soperton,GA. As an avid Nascar fan, Tony Stewartwas his favorite driver. H

Mr. Grady Lewis Mayfield, age 88 of Hiram passed away on Monday, August 26, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Mayfield was born on March 20, 1925 in Palmetto, GA, the son of the late John Wilburn Mayfield and the late Inez Terry Mayfield. Mr. Mayfield worked as a plumber and was a member of the Macland Road Church of Christ. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Thurmond Mayfield; son, David Lewis Mayfield; brothers, William Homer and Watson Mayfield; sisters, Frances Camp, Lennie Faye Hembree, and Edna Adair; and half-sister, Maggie Lee Wilson. Mr. Mayfield

Mr. Ralph Hicks, age 84 of Dallas, GA passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2013 at Wellstar Community Hospice at Tranquility. Mr. Hicks was born on December 25, 1928 in Dalton, the son of the late Robert Henry Hicks, Sr. and the late Vesta Hunsucker Hicks. He worked for many years as an iron worker and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Ralph Van Hicks; sister, Willena Harris; and three brothers, Woodrow Hicks, Robert Stanley Hicks and Robert Henry Hicks, Jr. Mr. Hicks is survived by his wife of 63 years, Myrl Hicks; sons, Gregory Dea

Ms. Georgia Inez Chastain, age 84, of Dallas passed away onWednesday, August 21, 2013 at her residence. Inez was born on August 25, 1928, in Ringgold to lovingparents the late Mr. Merrick Long and Mrs. Nellie Long. She was also preceded in death by her son Mr.Bobby Joe Dobbs, daughter Mrs. Audrey J. Porter, seven brothers and sisters. Inez worked as a seamstress. She was of the Baptist faith. Sheenjoyed gardening, cooking and canning. She is survived by three daughters Mrs. Sue Brown of Austell,Ms. Arlene Jackson of Pinetown, NC, and Mrs. Janice McDougal of Ma

Rick McMahon, was 51 when God called him home on Sunday,August 11, 2013 at Grady Memorial Hospital. Rick was born on April 4, 1962 in Chicago, IL to lovingparents the late Mr. Richard Michael McMahon, Sr. and Mrs. Nancy Shaw McMahon. He was also preceded in death by one sisterColleen. Rick McMahon proudly served in the United States Army as anM.P. His love for travel lead him towork for the last nine years as a truck driver for Altaquip. He was proud of his Irish heritage andCatholic faith. He is survived by hisbeloved wife Deborah; sister Kathy, brother Brian

Mrs. Susan Ann Converse Dobson, age 56, of Dallas, passedaway on Sunday, August 11, 2013 at her residence. Susan was born on August 17, 1956 to loving parents Mr.Robert Converse and Mrs. Mary Schmeltzer Converse. She worked as a Bus Driver for The PauldingCounty Board of Education. She was a member of North Paulding Baptist Church,loved the Lord and reading her Bible. Susanenjoyed the outdoors, working outside and gardening. She was devoted to her family and spent lotsof time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her beloved husband of 27 years Mr.Robbie Dobson of D

Mr. Tyler William Lentz, age 19 of Hiram passed away on Monday, August 5, 2013 at his residence. Tyler was born on August 21, 1993 in Rome, GA, the son of Tara Wimpee Lentz. Tyler was an employee of the Spirit Carwash and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed fishing, riding four-wheelers, and Georgia Bulldog football. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Mrs. Dora Jones. Tyler is survived by his mother, Tara Lentz and her fiancé, Jami Davis; two brothers, Hunter Lentz and Jase Davis, both of Dallas; Grandfather, Lamar Jones of Dallas, Great Grandmother, Ellen Wimpee; two aun

Mr. Jerry William Gramling, age 70, of Dallas, passed awayon Sunday, August 4, 2013 at his residence. Jerry was born in Canton, Georgia on June 30, 1943 to lovingparents the late Mr. Jess Gramling and Mrs. Edna Smith Gramling. He was also preceded in death by his daughterMrs. Velvet Shaw, several brothers, and two sisters. Mr. Gramling worked on the Assembly Line at General Motorsuntil he retired. He was a member ofHaney Grove Baptist Church. He was anavid hunter and loved the outdoors. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years Mrs. MelbaGramling; one daug

Mr. James “Dub” Creek, age 67, of Dallas, passed away onThursday, July 25 2013 at Powder Spring Nursing and Rehab. James was born on November 28, 1945, in South Pittsburg, TN,to loving parents the late Mr. Eugene Vedabbs Creek and Mrs. Bertha Stephens Creek. He was also preceded in death by his belovedwife Mrs. Edna Sue Curry Creek; one son James David Creek; one brother Mr. RoyLynn Creek; and one sister Mrs. Jean Ellison. James worked as a bus mechanic for the Paulding County Boardof Education. He enjoyed gardening andcrossword puzzles. He was of theHoliness Faith.

Brother Russell Lee Jenkins, age 53, of Dallas passed awayon Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Russell was born on April 9, 1960 in Atlanta to lovingparents Mr. Jerry Lee Jenkins and Mrs. Dolores LeEtta Walker Jenkins. He was self-employed as a salesman for 18years with Imagination Outdoor Inc. Hewas a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Dallas, Georgia. Brother Jenkins is survived by his beloved wife Mrs. GraceJenkins of Dallas; two sons Mr. Ryan Jenkins of Powder Springs, and Mr. WesleyJenkins of Dallas; one daughter Mrs. Ashley Sortin

Mrs. Annie Christene Neal, age 83, of Hiram passed away onWednesday, July 24, 2013 at her residence. Christene was born on December 1, 1929, in Paulding County,to loving parents the late Mr. Charlie Clemuel Parson, and Mrs. Emma AlmaTrentham Parson. She was also precededin death by her husband Mr. James Franklin Neal who passed away in 1992, andone brother Mr. Fred Parson. Mrs. Neal worked as a secretary for Sears for 40 years untilher retirement in 1989. She was a memberof Bethany Christian Church. She is survived by friend and companion Mr. Bob Weaver, sonJim

Mr. Bradford Watson Mayfield, age 90 of Hiram passed away on Monday, July 22, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Mayfield was born on October 18, 1922 in Palmetto, GA, the son of the late John Wilburn Mayfield and the late Inez Terry Mayfield. Mr. Mayfield was a 70 year member of the New Georgia Baptist Church and was a member of the Dallas Masonic Lodge. He retired with 30 years of service from General Motors. He was co-owner of the Catfish Den from 1977-1985 and owner of the 92 Easy Stop Grocery Store from 1971-1977. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Willie M

Master Samuel Jonsolomon Spivey born on July 11, 2013 toLaTessa Spivey passed away that same day at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. He is survived by his loving mother LaTessa Spivey ofDallas; grandmother Mr. & Mrs. John (Belinda) Spivey of Montgomery, AL;aunts Mrs. Shulanda Pearson of Newport News, VA, and Mr. & Mrs. Damon(LaQuita) Montgomery of West Palm Beach, FL; one uncle Mr. & Mrs. Legerron(Tiffany) Spivey of Montgomery, AL; great grandmother Mrs. Mary W. Spivey ofAlexander City, AL; great great aunt Mrs. Brenda Davis of Kelleyton, AL;several other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Jimmie Ruth Cochran, age 87, of Dallas, Georgia, passedaway on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at Wellstar Paulding Nursing Center Ruth was born on March 9, 1926, to the late Mr. Ray Ragsdaleand Mrs. Bonnie Morris Ragsdale. She wasalso preceded in death by her beloved husband Mr. Loyd D. Cochran; and one sonMr. Joe Cochran. Ruth loved her family and spent her life working in herhome. Her favorite pastime wasGenealogy. She was of the Baptist faith. Mrs. Cochran is survived by one son Mr. Jimmy Cochran ofDallas, GA; two brothers Mr. Sam Ragsdale and Mr. Lewis Ragsdal

Mr. Christopher “Chris” Edward Pace, age 41 of Temple passed away on Monday, July 15, 2013. Chris was born on June 1, 1972 in Dallas, GA, the son of the late James Edward Pace and Lynn Pace McWatters. Mr. Pace worked as a Sales Manager with Leuco Tool Corp. and was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church. Chris was a family man who loved coaching his son’s T-ball team, the Union Braves, golf, ATVs, doing remodeling work. Chris is survived by his wife of thirteen years, Cathy Pace; two daughters, Kassadi Ann Hensley and Meagan Lynn Pace, both of Temple; a son, Preston James Pace of Temp

Mrs. Marion Hitchcock Elliott Postell, age 86, of Cumming,Georgia, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at Wellstar Paulding NursingCenter. Marion was born on March 1, 1927, to loving parents the lateMr. Thomas Marion Hitchcock and Mrs. Etta I. Hembree Hitchcock. She was also preceded in death by her husbandof 33 years Mr. Aderian Daniel Elliott; second husband Mr. Jack Postell, threebrothers Mr. Bruce Hitchcock, Mr. Eual Hitchcock, and Mr. Ray Hitchcock; andtwo sisters Mrs. Ethel Daniel, and Mrs. Elsie Brannon. Marion was of the Baptist Faith and attended 1stBaptist of

Mrs. Ruby Louise Inman Wood, age 86 of Dallas passed away on Friday, July 12, 2013 at Tranquility Hospice in Kennesaw. Mrs. Wood was born on November 19, 1926 in Mobile, AL, the daughter of the late Robert Inman and the late Bertha May Inman. She had worked in Property Management in Panama City, FL and was of the Presbyterian faith. She loved reading and her five beautiful children. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Humphrey Wood. Mrs. Wood is survived by her children, Sheri Wood Howard and her husband, Danny of Athens, Sandra Wood Miller and

Mr. Luther Lee Carroll, age 52, of Dallas, Georgia, passedaway on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at Kennestone Hospital. Luther was born on October 12, 1960, in Atlanta, to lovingparents Mr. Ira Carroll and Mrs. Annie Carlisle. He worked as a Forklift Operator for Hon-HNIIncorporated. He was of the BaptistFaith. Mr. Carroll loved his family andhelping out with the grandkids. Mr. Carroll is survived by his loving wife of 21 years Mrs.Patty Carroll, three sons Mr. & Mrs. Chris (Dalena) Harris, Mr. & Mrs.Dave (Angie) Harris, and Mr. Jimmy Harris; seven grandchildren Annalei