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Dorothy Crowe Wingate, age 92, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017. She was born on May 23, 1925, in Dallas, GA, to the late Edgar M. & Delia Walraven Crowe. Ms. Wingate worked in the carpet industry and was a member of Northside Church of Christ in Calhoun, GA. Survivors include children, Debbie & Jackie Bickers of Dallas, GA, Ray & Cate McConnell of Sandy Springs, GA, Beth Wingate Black of Hallsville, TX; step-children, Bobby & Lee Wingate of Texas, and Tony & Wanda Wingate of Dalton, GA; brother, Loran & Marilyn Crowe of Dallas, GA; gr

Deidre Leigh Mullis, age 55, of Panama City Beach, FL, passed away on September 21, 2017. She was born on December 7, 1961, in Albany, GA, to the late, James David & Emma Rexford Mullis. In her work life, Deidre managed customer service call personnel, had a business for people to build their own websites, and was a freelance SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and Internet Marketing expert. She was an imaginative, creative, and loving person. She loved music, art, and animals -- especially cats. Her favorite pet rescue organization in Atlanta was Furkids (www.furkids.org) and donati

J.G. (Johnie) Lester, age 91, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2017. He was born on June 9, 1926, in Hiram, GA, to the late John Henry & Georgia Elliott Lester, and was preceded in death by his brothers, Inus E. Lester and Linton S. Lester. He lived in Paulding County until January 2004, and moved to Crawford County, GA and lived there from January 2004 until his death. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Betty Joyner Lester, two sons, Stephen Curtis Lester and Jonathan Paul Lester; one daughter, Anna (Dan) Blair; grandchildren, Amanda (Jeff) Williamson,

Sarah N. Johnson, age 89, of Acworth, GA, passed away on October 4, 2017. She was born on December 19, 1927, in Gregory, TX, to the late Robert & Bertie Naylor, and was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Leon Johnson. Mrs. Johnson was a member of Burnt Hickory Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughters, Jeanne & James R. Cherry of Greenville, SC, and Nancy & Steve J. Gordon of Acworth, GA; grandchildren, Brian & Lisa Cherry, Kristen & Cliff Lowder, Bradley & Renea Gordon, Jessica Gordon, and Blake & Kacie Gordon; great-grandchildren, Riley Gordon,

Loyd J. (Casey) Jones, age 86, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2017. He was born on May 7, 1931, in Ball Ground, GA, to the late Vernie Lee & Florence Jones, and was preceded in death by his first wife, Odene Jones, and grandson, Scott Jones. Mr. Jones was a United States Army Veteran serving in the Korean War, retired after 40 years of service from Glidden Paint Company where he worked as a paint specialist, and was a member of New Canaan Baptist Church. Loyd played bluegrass gospel at the Jam at Poplar Springs Baptist Church every month and at the Community Center in Ro

Major Franklin Wilbanks born March 6, 1943 and lifelong resident of Dallas, Georgia passed away peacefully at home surrounded by beloved family on Monday October 2, 2017 after a prolonged illness. Franklin was loved and cherished by all who knew him. His peaceful, gentle nature was cornerstone to his character, continuously evoked respect and friendship to and from others all the days of his life. He was fun loving, genuinely earnest and ever patient ever with all those he encountered. He was a devoted fan of Auto racing and a magician with the workings of an automobile with many residen

Max Thomas, age 86, of Dallas GA., passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2017. He was born on September 4, 1931 in Atlanta, GA., to the late Charles and Jenny Thomas. Mr. Thomas served in the United States Air Force for 22 years as a Master Sergeant and a Air Force mechanic. He is preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Clara Riley, his 5 sisters, and 2 brothers. Survivors include his wife, Remona B. Thomas of Dallas, GA., his son, Clayton (Jayne) Thomas of Temple, GA., his 3 daughters; Paula (Larry) Culver of Fulton, MS., T.J. Thomas of Baldwin, MS., Janelle (Larry) Mashburn of P

H. Dean Reece of Hiram and Ellijay, age 79, passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 30, 2017 in his Ellijay home. He was born on January 8, 1938 in Dawsonville, GA., to his late parents, Boyd and Mae Reece. Harold was the owner of Sweetwater Cemetery in Paulding County and enjoyed traveling to his getaway cabin in Ellijay. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Anne W. Reece, his brothers; Wayne Reece, Leslie Reece, J.M. Reece and Leon Reece. Survivors include his son, Jody Reece of Hiram, GA., his daughter, Deana (Mike) Garner of Hiram, GA., brother, B.R. (Mildred) Ree

Bill Jordan, age 88, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2017. He was born on October 13, 1928 in Cleburne, AL., to the late John E. and Ada Jordan. Bill was a retired mechanic from Kennesaw Transportation. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Jean Jordan, his parents, his daughter, Mary Sue Ward and his brothers and sisters. Survivors include his children; Ricky and Linda Jordan of Mossy Rock, WA, Alton Jordan of Ellijay, GA., Beverly Jean Estes of Fountain Inn, S.C., Dianne Stone of Covington, GA., his 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews ar

Bobby G. Bookout, age 71, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2017. He was born on March 29, 1946, in Austell, GA, to the late M.J. & Geneva Bookout. Mr. Bookout was a veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War as a Captain. He was the owner of Main Street Antiques and was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Kathy Bookout of Hiram, GA; sons, Jason & Becky Bookout of Powder Springs, GA, and Bobby Jay Bookout of Powder Springs, GA; daughter, Elizabeth Bookout of Powder Springs, GA, and grandson,

Osie Lee Black, age 60, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. He was born on August 10, 1957, in Dallas, GA, to the late Claude B & Betty Black, and was preceded in death by his son, Nicholas Black, and brother, Michael Black. Osie was the former owner of S&S Garbage Service. Survivors include his wife, Denise Black of Dallas, GA; son, Daniel & Jennifer Black of Dallas, GA; brother, Sonny & Leona Black of Dallas, GA; sisters, Gail Potts of Dallas, GA, and Debbie Black of Cedartown, GA; grandchildren, Kelsey Black, Brayen Black, Allen Black, and Anna B

Joan Harter, age 80, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. She was born on September 19, 1936, in England, to the late William Guy & Eliza Broadwood, and was preceded in death by her sister, Audrey Broadwood, and brother, Melvin Broadwood. Mrs. Harter was a member of Living Hope Lutheran Church. Survivors include her daughter, Dianne Jean & Bill Murphy of Acworth, GA; grandchildren, Christopher Francis Murphy of Brooklyn, NY, and Kayleigh Audri Murphy of Acworth, GA. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at 1:30 PM, from GA Nationa

Jim “Coach” Wright, age 78, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2017. He was born on March 23, 1939, in Rockmart, GA, to the late E.C. & Lorine Wright, and was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Wright. Mr. Wright worked as a postal worker for over 35 years. Survivors include wife of 31 years, Susan Wright, of Dallas, GA; son, Jamie Wright of Dallas, GA; daughters, Jenny & Eddie Keown of Hiram, GA, Jerri Johnston of Hiram, GA, and Brandie Holcomb of Dallas, GA; brothers, Jack & Jackie Wright of Douglasville, GA, Robert & Ann Wright of Rockmart, GA,

Richard Elden Moore, age 67, of Rockmart, GA, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2017. He was born on October 9, 1949, in Chattanooga, TN, to the late William John & Hilda Moore, SR, and was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Moore, sisters, Frances Beasley, Dorothy Ellis, Barbara Wood, and Ann Watson. Mr. Moore worked in law enforcement with Austell, Hiram, Powder Springs, and at Paulding County Sheriff’s Department, and was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Thomaston, GA. Survivors include wife, Candy Sue Moore of Rockmart, GA; children, Maria Moore of Rockmart, GA, Dawn

Todd Allen Dicus, age 37, of Nashville, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2017. He was born in Atlanta, GA, on May 7, 1980. He was survived by his mother, Bonita Hicks of Hiram, GA; his father David (Penny) Dicus of Loganville, GA: and his fiancé, Whitney Lindsay of Nashville, TN. Also surviving are numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as dear friends in Nashville. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leon and Pinky Dicus of Doraville, GA, and Bonnie Worthy and Frank Fowler of Lebanon, TN. He graduated from McEachern High School in Cobb County, GA, and receive

Annie Mae Crews, age 90 of Powder Springs, GA passed away on Friday, September 8, 2017 at Tranquility at Cobb Hospice. She was formerly employed with Kmart Corporation in the Security Division; she was also a Certified Nursing Assistant and worked with Alzheimer’s patients. Mrs. Crews was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Irene Parks Austin and husband, Emory Crews. Survivors include her son, Danny and Dickey Crews, Sr. of Chattanooga, TN; daughters, Nancy and David Jordan, Utah (formerly of Kentucky and Tennessee), Sarah and Bruce Atha, of Hiram, GA; seven (7) grandchildr

Sarah Dale Clark Goray, age 82, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. She was born on March 16, 1935, to the late Fred & Mini Clark, and was preceded in death by her brother, Hal David Clark. Ms. Goray worked as a medical assistant in the Medical Arts Building for many years and was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church. Survivors include siblings, Jeanette Clark Hardy of Powder Springs, GA, Elizabeth Clark Sanders of Dallas, GA, Sam Clark of Hiram, GA and John & Julie Clark of Dallas, GA; nieces and nephews, Alan & Rena Hardy of Hiram, GA, Gale &a

Tammi Lynne Shavers, age 52, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. She was born on September 24, 1964, in Pasadena, TX. Survivors include daughters, Jessica & Chris Kennedy of Arkansas, and Savannah Miller of Mississippi; parents, Jack & Patricia Painter of Dallas, GA; sister, Kimberly Painter O’Brian of New Jersey, and Jacklynn Scott of Kansas; grandchildren, Elijah Miller, Angelina Miller, Devin Kennedy, Karley Kennedy, and Isaiah Bridges; niece, Samantha O’Brian of New Jersey. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2017, at 3 PM, from Clar

Donna C. Smallwood, age 77, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017. She was born on September 1, 1939, in Dallas, GA, to the late John “Willie” and Ruby Loraine Cantrell, was preceded in death by her first husband, James Edward Wilson, JR, and second husband, Charles Samuel Smallwood. Ms. Smallwood worked as a secretary for Georgia Power for over 20 years. Survivors include sons, Stewart Allen Wilson of Jacksonville, FL, and Gregory Lee Wilson of Newnan, GA; daughter, Gina DeAnn Holcomb & Joseph Brown Byrd of Buchanan, GA; brother, Bobby Cantrell of Dallas, GA; sister, Le

Kenny W. Brown, age 54, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017. He was born on June 27, 1963, in Marietta, GA. Mr. Brown worked as a roofer for over 30 years and was of Baptist Faith. Survivors include parents, Kenneth & Margie Brown of Taylorsville, GA; children, Kenny Brown of Dallas, GA, Angela Brown of Dallas, GA, and April Brown of Marietta, GA; sister, Allison Wright of Atlanta, GA; brothers, James Brown of Dallas, GA, Randal Brown of Acworth, GA,Terry Brown of Acworth, GA, Gregory Brown of Dallas, GA, Jackie Brown of Emerson, GA, and Loyld Brown Taylorsville, GA;

Barbara Garner, age 75, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2017. She was born October 3, 1941 in Atlanta, GA. and was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Robert McFearin and Hattie Lou Worsham McFearin, son, Michael Shane Garner and daughter, Barbara Ann Brown. She was a homemaker and was of Baptist faith. Survivors include her husband of fifty-eight years, Bobby Lee Garner, Sr. of Dallas, GA; son, Bobby Lee Garner, Jr. of Rome GA; daughter, Tammy (Michael) Morris of White, GA; brothers, Robert (Debora) McFearin of Taylorsville, GA, David (Sharon) McFearin of Powder Sprin

Barry Smart, age 53, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2017. He was born on July 7, 1964, in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, to the late Joseph Wayne and Sharon Smart. Mr. Smart was a United States Army Veteran, and worked at Cobb Community Transit for over 29 years as a Diesel Mechanic. Survivors include his wife of 20 years, Christine Smart of Dallas, GA; John & Von Cuthbert of Hiram, GA; daughter, Ramona Cuthbert of Port St. Lucie, FL, and Arcenia & Jerome Donaldson of Miami, FL; brother, Joseph Smart, JR, of Monaca, PA; sisters, Sonia & Brad Allen of Indian Trails,

Barbara Garner, age 77, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2017. She was born October 02, 1939 in Atlanta, GA. and was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Robert McFearin and Hattie Lov Worsham McFearin, son, Michael Shane Garner and daughter, Barbara Ann Brown. She was a homemaker and was of Baptist Faith. Survivors include her husband of fifty-eight years, Bobby Lee Garner, Sr. of Dallas, GA; son, Bobby Lee Garner, Jr. of Rome GA; daughter, Tammy (Michael) Morris of White, GA; brothers, Robert (Debra) McFearin of Taylorsville, GA, David (Sharon) McFearin of Powder Sprin

Bertha Mae Godfrey, age 63, of Rockmart, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2017 at her residence. She was born September 03, 1953 in Deland, Florida and was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Godfrey and mother, Charlie Miles. She was a Machinist for T I Automotive for thirty plus years and was of Baptist faith. Survived by her sons, Steven Godfrey of Rockmart, GA, Russell Godfrey, Jr. of Temple, GA; daughter Trisha (Jason) Billes of Rockmart, GA; step-daughter, Betty Godfrey of Rockmart; Nine Grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Fune

Tiffany Paige Campanaro, age 24, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2017. She was born on September 19, 1992, in Baltimore, MD, and was preceded in death by her brother, Nicholas Campanaro. Tiffany worked as a line cook at Aspen’s Steakhouse. Survivors include father, Harry John Campanaro of Florida; mother, Paula Kathleen Campanaro of Powder Springs, GA; brothers, Jacob Campanaro of Powder Springs, GA, and Zachary Campanaro of Powder Springs, GA; sister, Cassidy Campanaro of Powder Springs, GA; grandparents, Roberta Winner & Jim Werner of Kennesaw, GA, Jim Win