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Mr. Christopher Jason Terrell, age 29 of Dallas passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at Grady Memorial Hospital. Mr. Terrell was born on August 10, 1983 in Marietta, the son of William Richard Terrell, Jr. and the late Gail Young Terrell. He had worked in construction and was a member of the Crossroads Primitive Baptist Church in Atlanta. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles and Louise Young and William R. and Jeanette Terrell. Mr. Terrell is survived by two sons, Hayden and Gage Terrell; father, Richard Terrell of Jenkinsburg; brother, Ad

Mrs. Edna May Bryant Portwood, age 86, of Ellijay, Georgia,passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at Gilmer Nursing Home. Edna was born in Coweta County on August 8, 1926 to lovingparents the late Mr. J.D. Bryant and Mrs. Lucille Landrum Bryant. She was also preceded in death by her belovedspouse of 70 years Mr. Clarence Wade Portwood, daughter Linda Ruth Smith, twobrothers Mr. Auburn Bryant and Mr. J.E. Bryant. Mrs. Portwood was the 1st female police officerin Atlanta and later worked in marketing. She was of the Baptist faith. Edna is survived by four childre

Mrs. Judith Ann Parson Houston, age 70, of Kennesaw,Georgia, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospiceat Kennesaw. Judy was born on March 31, 1943 in Hiram, GA to lovingparents the late Mr. & Mrs. Newt and Clara Norton Parson. She was also preceded in death by her fatherand mother in law Mr. & Mrs. Herman and Bonnie Houston. Judy worked as an Office Manager for Food Depot. She was of the Baptist Faith. Judy enjoyed the mountains and camping. She loved her family and spending time withher grandchildren. She is survived by h

Mr. John B. “J. B.” Carter, age 62 of Dallas passed away on Monday, June 3, 2013 from a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Mr. Carter was born on May 11, 1951 in New York City, New York, the son of the late Marion Carter. J. B. had worked as a conductor with the Norfolk Southern Railroad and retired after 36 years due to complications from the pancreatic cancer. Mr. Carter was a member of the Barlett Lodge #139 for over 25 years. He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed fishing, gardening and camping. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his grandparents, John Carter,

Mr. William Michael “Mike” Grogan, age 47, a lifelongresident of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2013 at CobbHospital. Mike was born on July 9, 1965 to loving parents Mr. LewisPerry Grogan and Mrs. Barbara Womack Trader. He was employed as a sales representative for Keystone. He attended Midway Presbyterian Church wherehe nurtured his Christian Faith through his love and study of God’s word. What he enjoyed most in life was Bible Studyand teaching God’s Word. His other past timesincluded gaming and movies “Lord of the Rings” with Lauren, reading, andpainting figuri

Mr. Jimmy W. Kay, age 69, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away onThursday, May 30, 2013 in Wellstar Paulding Hospital Jimmy was born May 19, 1944 in Paulding County to Mr. andMrs. Woodrow Kay. Jimmy was a member of the Beulah Land Baptist Church. HeGraduated from Berry School in 1962 and is a member of the Berry AlumniAssociation. Jimmy was a diesel Mechanic for over 28 years for UPS Jimmy is survived by two daughters, Susan (Wendell) Williamsof Rockmart, Georgia and Stacey (Brian) Freeman of Franklin, Tenn. Two Sisters, Martha Sue Porter and GlendaMiller.

Mr. Lester Robert “Ray” Haney, age 57, of Dallas, Georgia,passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Windy Hill Hospital. Ray was born on October 7, 1955, to loving parents the lateMr. Raymond Robert Haney and Mrs. Nellie Jean Belcher Haney. He was also preceded in death by one sisterMs. Melinda Haney, and his wife of 25 years Mrs. Debra Lee Haney who passed in2011. Mr. Haney was self-employed as a contractor in the concretebusiness. He served in the United StatesArmy. He was an honorary member of theSheriff’s Association in Powder Springs and served as their Chaplain.

Mrs. Linda Ann Bowman Wilcher, age 68 of Dallas passed away on Monday, May 27, 2013 at Wellstar Community Hospice. Mrs. Wilcher was born on January 5, 1945 in Los Angeles, CA, the daughter of the late Douglas Bowman and Louise Caver Bowman. She was a homemaker and loved her family, gardening, feeding the birds, and all animals. Mrs. Wilcher is survived by her husband of 48 years, Grover C. Wilcher; two sons, Robert Wilcher and Steve Wilcher, both of Dallas; two daughters, Denise Wilcher Roberts of Villa Rica and Tammy Carter and her husband, Brian of Dallas; grandchildren, Baily Wi

Mrs. Dorothy Frances Hall Griffin, age 81 of Dallas passed away on Friday, May 24, 2013. Mrs. Griffin was born on June 9, 1931 in Dallas, GA, the daughter of the late Roy Malcolm Hall and the late Nora Lee Wilkins Hall. She had worked as a cook in the restaurant industry and was of the Methodist faith. She enjoyed cooking and quilting. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her ex-husband, Mr. L. D. Griffin on September 19, 2010; sister, Gaynelle Matthews; and brothers, Donald Hall, Eugene Hall, and Ellis Hall. Mrs. Griffin is survived by her son, Malcolm Lee “Rudy”

Jeffry Lindsey Eberhart, alife-long resident of Paulding County passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2013, at the age of 58. Jeff was born on September 21, 1954 in New Jersey to Mr. John B. Eberhart and Mrs. Shirley Lindsey Eberhart Leggett. He and his wife Debra Williams Eberhart married in 1980 and are the parents of Lindsey and Sidney Eberhart. He committed his life to Jesus Christ at the age of 14, August 1968. He currently attends North Paulding Baptist Church with his family. Jeff is a Mason at Bartlett Lodge #139 F&AM in Hiram and Dallas Lodge #182 F&AM. He

Mrs. Billie Mae Staton, age 81, of Douglasville, Georgia,passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Emory University Hospital. Billie was born on February 9, 1932 in Rome, GA to lovingparents, the late Mr. John Barclay and Mrs. Grace Reid Barclay. She was also preceded in death by her belovedhusband Mr. Emmett Eugene Staton; and two sisters, Mrs. Jonabelle BarclayCarter, and Mrs. Joan Barclay Gibbs. Mrs. Staton worked as a Journey Woman for a PrintingCompany. She was also a one-time Presidentof the Douglas County Humane Society. Billie enjoyed crafts, bird watching and ani

Mr. Robert William Sikorski, age 65, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at his residence. Robert was born on March 1, 1948 in Detroit, MI to loving parents Mr. & Mrs. Harry and Anna Lululek Sikorski. He was self-employed as a roofer. Mr. Sikorski enjoyed electronics, technology and collecting movies. He is survived by one son Mr. Paul A. Sikorski (fiancé Ms. Pamela Blair) of Dallas, GA; one daughter Mr. & Mrs. Timothy (Tina Marie) Dempsey of Cartersville, GA; six grandchildren Paul Anthony Sikorski, Jr., Bobbi Jean Sikorski, Jenna Hall, Austin Hall, Jes

Mr. Charles Travis Johnson, age 79 of Dallas passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Wellstar Community Hospice at Cobb. Mr. Johnson was born on August 15, 1933 in Guntersville, AL, the son of the late John Martin Johnson and the late Vera Mae Craig Johnson. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force having proudly serving during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Johnson worked as a self-employed construction framer and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed fishing, working on cars and gardening. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Betty McBrayer Johnson on Jan

Mr. Clarence Stewart “C. S.” Nunn, age 79 of Douglasville passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Nunn was born on September 3, 1933 in Rutledge, GA, the son of the late Cornelius Callaway Nunn and the late Martha Francis Stewart Nunn. Mr. Nunn worked as an equipment installer with Lucent Technologies and was of the Methodist Faith. He was a graduate of Baker Village High School in Columbus and Southern Tech. He enjoyed walking, fishing, jogging, waterskiing, boating and reading. Mr. Nunn is survived by his wife of 58 years, Irma Jean Nunn; daughter, Cynthia Gers

Miss Catelyn Elise Terry, age 20 of Dallas passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2013. Catelyn was born on September 29, 1992 in Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of Jody Terry and Rebecca Ann Edelen Watson. Catelyn was an honor student and attended North Paulding High School where she was very active in school functions, including chorus, football manager, Beta club and the drama club. She worked as a waitress at Joe’s Crab Shack and was of the Pentecostal faith. She loved spending time with her son, Cayden and her brothers, sisters and close friends. Catelyn is survi

Mr. James Edward McGinnis, affectionately known as Jimmy,passed away at Piedmont Hospital on Friday, May 3, 2013. Mr. McGinnis a resident of Dallas, Georgia,was 80 years old at his passing. Jimmy was born on March 6, 1933 in Cherokee, AL to lovingparents the late Mr. Rubin McGinnis and Mrs. Idell Cline. He was also preceded in death by one son Mr.James Dale McGinnis, and four sisters Mrs. Jeanette Newberry, Mrs. ElsieMcGinnis, Mrs. Nelma Gene McGinnis, and Mrs. Mariam McGinnis. He is survived by his beloved wife Mrs. Mary McGinnis ofDallas, GA, one daughter Mr. & Mrs.

Mr. Jessie Truman King, age 67, of Rockmart, Georgia, passedaway on Thursday, May 2, 2013 at his place of residence. Truman was born on August 25, 1945, to loving parents thelate Mr. George D. King and Mrs. Cecil D. Dingler King. He worked as a laborer in the Constructionindustry. He enjoyed fishing andNascar. Jessie was a member of NewFreedom Baptist Church. He is survived by his beloved wife Mrs. Patsy Marie King ofRockmart, GA; three daughters Mr. & Mrs. Anthony (Tammy) Holden ofRockmart, GA, Mr. & Mrs. Steve (Tina) Wilkes of Tifton, GA, and Mr. &Mrs. Joel

Mr. Bobby Joe Dobbs, Sr., age 62, of Douglasville, Georgia,passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2013 at his residence. Bobby Joe was born on December 5, 1950 to lovingparents. He served as a Sergeant in theUnited States Marine Corps, during which time he received a Good ConductMedal. Upon leaving the military he wasself-employed as a contractor doing railroad grading. He enjoyed gambling and spending time withhis grandchildren. He is survived by his beloved wife Mrs. Paula Dobbs ofDouglasville, GA; three sons Mr. & Mrs. Bobby ( Jennifer) Dobbs, Jr., Mr.& Mrs. Bryan (M

Mr. Harry Stone Gibson, Jr., age 83 of Dallas passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mr. Gibson was born on March 20, 1930 in Atlanta, GA the son of the late Harry Stone Gibson, Sr. and the late Edith Pennington Gibson. Mr. Gibson proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict from April 1953 until June 1956 as a United States Air Force Lieutenant. Mr. Gibson grew up in Southwest Atlanta and graduated from Tech High in 1948 and from Georgia Tech in 1952 with a degree in Chemistry. He earned his MBA from Georgia State University. After his milit

Mrs. Dorothy Jean Troy, affectionately known as Dottie, age69, of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2013 at herresidence. Dottie was born on March 14, 1944 in Marietta, GA to lovingparents the late Mr. Eugene Felton Carlisle and Mrs. Dorothy Lucille BurgessCarlisle. She was also preceded in deathby one grandson Mr. Lane Thomas Cabe, and one sister Mrs. Minnie Lou Echols. Dottie was a member of Martinville Baptist Church. She enjoyed being a homemaker and adored hergrandchildren. She had a love of gospelmusic, flower gardening, and was a Braves baseb

Mr. James David Cole, age 62, of Cartersville, Georgia,passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Cartersville Medical Center. James was born on December 5, 1950 in Austell, GA to lovingparents the late Mr. Herbert Hoover Cole and Mrs. Willie Cleo Smith Cole. Mr. Cole graduated from High School inDaytona Beach, FL. He worked as aForeman Mechanic on heavy equipment with Metrac Inc. He enjoyed spending his leisure time workingon his own truck. James was of theBaptist faith. He is survived by his beloved wife Mrs. Caroline JeanSposito Cole; one daughter Mrs. Dana Elizabet

Dr. RaymondTed “Doc” Hart, age 76, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, April 18,2013 after several years of declining health. Ted was bornon December 23, 1936 in Paulding County to loving parents, the late L.A. Hartand Ora McClung Hart. Achiropractor for many years in the Dallas area, he helped numerous patientswith his steady hands, fun-loving smile and positive attitude. He was a graduate of West Georgia College,Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA, and served his country in theUnited States Army before beginning his practice. He enjoyed being with family,

Mr. Gary "Big Tommy" Thomas Chastain, age 52, of Dallas,Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at his residence. Big Tommy was born on March 13, 1961 in Austell, GA toloving parents the late Mr. Howard Stephen Chastain and Mrs. Esther Jones Chastain. He was also preceded in death by one brotherMr. Sammy Chastain and one sister Ms. Lisa Rose Chastain. He was self-employed as a heavy equipment operator inconstruction. Tommy enjoyed watchingmovies with his grandkids, collecting knives, antique model cars, eating and helpingpeople. He was of the Baptist Faith.

Mrs. Tammy June Rogers Bell, age 52 of Dallas passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Mrs. Bell was born on November 8, 1960 in Dallas, GA, the daughter of Mr. Robert L. Rogers and the late Margaret Lucille Blair Rogers. She had worked in the food service industry and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed walking her dog, Kilo and watching TV. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her grandparents, Bob and Vinnie Mae Rogers; father in law, Paul E. Bell; mother in law, Maner Bell; nieces, Penny Crawford and Jo Ann Greenway; cousin, Mart

Mrs.Donna Lynn Brown, age 64, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away on Monday April 1,2013 at Powder Springs Nursing Home in Powder Springs, GA. Donnawas born on March 6, 1949 in Dyersburg,Tennessee to the late parents of U.L (Uldridge Loyd) Hummer and Josie EvelynHummer. She was also preceded in death by her sister Mary Evelyn Hummer andgranddaughter Kelly Beth Harper. Mrs.Brown is survived by her husband, Julian Brown of Hiram, Ga; two daughters Mr.& Mrs. Derek (Evelyn) Waters of Hiram, and Ms. April Harper ofDouglasville, GA; one son Mr. & Mrs. David (Regina) Harper