Clark Funeral Home

Jerry Strickland, age 70, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2017. He was born on August 4, 1946, in Buchanan, GA, to the late Arlin & Eloise Strickland, and was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Earl & Melia Walker. Jerry was a car lover, a fan of Georgia Tech, westerns and sports. He was currently working at Advanced Auto Parts in Austell and has been with employed with them for over 40 years, and a member of Assembly of God Church in Dallas, GA. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Maudie Strickland of Dallas, GA; daughter, Lesa &

Ginger “Gay Gay” Hamby, age 58, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. He was born on May 20, 1958, in Payne, Ohio, to the late Richard Fulk and Dorothy Gibson. Survivors include husband of 40 years, Ricky Lee Hamby; sons, Brad Hamby of Dallas, GA, Stuart & Crystal Morlett of Dallas, GA; daughters, Deondra & Jeff Head of Dallas, GA, Donna Daigle of Louisiana, and Clara Klauder of White, GA; brothers, Toby Fulk of Ohio, Richard Fulk of Ohio and Kenneth Fulk of Florida; eleven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A remembrance gathering will be h

Miss Lee Phillips, age 91, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2017. She was born on July 20, 1925, in Detroit, MI, to the late Walter & Della Lovejoy, and was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph James Phillips, and son, Patrick Phillips. Miss Phillips had been a resident manager of Barclay Arms Apartments in Marietta, GA, and at Post Lake Apartments in Decatur, GA. She was a member of Roswell Street Baptist Church, and retired as a secretary from Nalley Auto Leasing. Survivors include her children, Ralph James & Sharrall Phillips of Lawrenceville, GA, Georg

C.O. (O’Neal) Morris, age 83 of Dallas, GA passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2017. He was born September 26, 1933 to the late Willie Mae Sheffield Morris. Mr. Morris was a sergeant with Atlanta Police Department and served the Department for 20 years, and was the owner of South Side Pawn Shop in Dallas, GA since 1991. He was a member of Bethany Christian Church. Survivors include his wife; Lola Mae Smith Morris of Dallas , GA; a daughter, Wanda & Stan Giglio, of Marietta, GA; a son, Rick & Julie Morris, of Kennesaw, GA; brother, Bobby & Annette Morris, of Albany, GA;

Shelby Lana Vaughn, age 59, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. She was born on December 14, 1957, in Douglasville, GA, and was preceded in death by her father, James Greene. Survivors include her spouse, James Hewett of Dallas, GA; daughters, Cassie & Scott Ragsdale of Dallas, GA, and Kelly Petty of Lithia Springs, GA; mother, Sara Russell of Douglasville, GA; brother, Larry Greene of Douglasville, GA; sisters, Gayla & Mike Rouse of Douglasville, GA, and Myra Greene of Douglasville, GA; grandchildren, Tyler Ragsdale and Wesley Ragsdale; several nieces

Amelia Pearline Keown, age 79 of Dallas, GA passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2017. She was a homemaker, member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Jack Keown; parents, Thomas and Eunice Frey; daughter-in-law, Ursilina Keown; son-in-law, Michael Greenway and a number of brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law; Harold Loyd Keown Jr. of Lawton, OK, Michael A. and Mary Ann Keown, Sr. of Dallas, GA, Eddie L. and Jenny Keown of Hiram, GA; daughters and son-in-law Cathy F. and Don Reece of Marietta, GA

James Royce Smith, age 81 of Dallas, GA passed away at his residence on January 21, 2017. He was employed as a Master Carpenter with JLJ Construction for approximately 20 years, who loved fishing and his family. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his parents Lee Roy and Minnie L. Smith; son, Paul Poss; sister, Betty Jo Kilgo and brother Billy Guy Smith. Survivors include his wife Janet Smith of Dallas, GA; son Lee (Lynn) Poss; daughter Julie R. (Carrie) Hull of Dallas, GA; daughter-in-law, Mary Poss of Hiram GA; brothers, Alfred Smith of Griffin, GA, Donald Smith of Zebulon, GA, Da

J.C. "Jake" Rakestraw, 95, of Hiram, GA, passed away on January 20, 2017. He was born on July 6, 1921, in Dallas, GA, to the late Oscar and Etta Freeman Rakestraw, and was preceded in death by his wife Hazel Estelle Cochran Rakestraw. J.C. was a WWII Veteran, he retired from Civil Service, Atlanta Army Depot, then worked as a Custodian at New Canaan Baptist Church where he was a member and long time Deacon. Survivors include his son, David & Linda Rakestraw, of Dallas, GA; sister, Frances Jones, of Douglasville, GA; one grandson, Shawn & Cris Rakestraw; one great grandson, C

Rickey David Hamm, age 63, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2017. He was born on December 3, 1953, in Waycross, GA, to the late Andrew and Nancy Hamm, and preceded in death by his sister, Nova Hamm. Mr. Hamm was a United States Navy Veteran serving his country for over 30 years. Survivors include his wife, Sandra Reid of Dallas, GA; children, Tassha Faison, Nicole Dominique (Jonathan) Draughon, Andrew David (Keshia) Hamm, II, Selwyn Dechan (Quincy) Reid, Kelley Quinntte (Walter) Davidson, SR, and Willie Benjamin (Shenita) Reid; grandchildren, Taylor Draughon, Andrew

Evangeline LeeOndra Morris, infant daughter of Allen & Jessica Morris, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2017. Survivors include parents, Allen & Jessica Morris of Dallas, GA; brother, Jet Morris of Dallas, GA; uncles, James “Ross” Thomas and Jessie Thomas; aunts, Christian Vollmar and Helena Morris; grandparents, Peggie Thomas of Acworth, GA, Rita Holcomb of Kalida, OH, and Allen O. Morris SR of White, GA; and great-grandmother, Agnes Thomas of Marietta, GA. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at 11 AM, from Whitworth Memorial Baptist Church

Rickey David Hamm, age 63, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2017. He was born on December 3, 1953, in Waycross, GA, to the late Andrew and Nancy Hamm, and preceded in death by his sister, Nova Hamm. Mr. Hamm was a United States Navy Veteran serving his country for over 30 years. Survivors include his wife, Sandra Reid of Dallas, GA; children, Tassha Faison, Nicole Dominique (Jonathan) Draughon, Andrew David (Keshia) Hamm, II, Selwyn Dechan (Quincy) Reid, Kelley Quinntte (Walter) Davidson, SR, and Willie Benjamin (Shenita) Reid; grandchildren, Taylor Draughon, Andrew

William “Harold” Patterson, age 79, of Acworth, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2017. He was born on April 9, 1937, in Ducktown, TN, to the late John Henry & Bonnie Patterson, and was preceded in death by his sister, Eunice Marie Sharp, and brother, John Henry Patterson, JR. Mr. Patterson enjoyed stock car racing throughout Georgia and left many friends behind. Survivors include his daughter, Cynthia D Patterson of Acworth, GA; son, Toby Eugene & Jamie Patterson of Snellville, GA; brother, James & Donna Patterson of North Carolina; sisters, Dean & Harold Reeves of

June Carolyn Kimbril, age 81, of Hampton, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2017. She was born on February 16, 1935, in Dallas, GA, to the late Wylie & Florence Prewett, and was raised in the New Hope Community. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Kimbril was preceded in death by her sisters, Helen Partain and Sara Camp; and brothers George Prewett and Felton Prewett. June worked for Mead Products as a bookkeeper for over 40 years. She was affectionately referred to as Maw-Maw June by her family, was a devoted Christian and an active member of McDonough Road Baptist Church. Su

David Arnold Cain, age 57, of Temple, GA, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2017. He was born on April 13, 1959, to the late Andrew Cain & Helen Childers Cain. Mr. Cain was a Chemist/Auditor for Ergon International Inc. for nine years. Survivors include his wife, Rebekah Lane Cain of Temple, GA; sons, Jeremy & Anna Day, of Dallas, GA, Kevin Day, of, MS, James Day, of TX; daughters, Cindy & Marty Kerns, of Dallas, GA, Sunday & Walter Schenck, of Ocean Springs, MS, Elisha Johnson, of Rockmart, GA, Hailey Cain, of Rockmart, GA; brothers, Allan Cain, of San Antonio, TX,

Marlene Gantt, age 69, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. She was born on August 8, 1947, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Richard & Bernice Gantt, and was preceded in death by her sisters, Nancy Swanson, Gale Obert, and Patti Cornell. Survivors include her partner, Lisa Brown of Dallas, GA; daughters, Kimberly Alexander of Dallas, GA, and Tiffany White Chapman of Marietta, GA; son, William Raoul White, JR; brothers, Paul & Carolyn Gantt of Brooks Woolsey, GA, and Charles & Patsy Gantt; sisters, Beverly McKinney, Bobbie & Bob White, Brenda & Earl Fis

Steve Michael Myers, age 70, of Anniston, AL, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2017. He was born on May 9, 1946, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Albert Cecil & Carrie Clevedell Myers. Mr. Myers worked as an operations manager for J&M Tank Lines in Birmingham, AL., and was a member of Christian Brotherhood Church in Jacksonville, AL. Survivors include his children, Angie Folds & Keith Southern of Dallas, GA; Annette Myers of Gulfport, MS, and Michael Myers of Dallas, GA; brothers, Wayne & Patsy Myers of Acworth, GA, and Jerome & Jennie Myers of Gadsden, AL; sisters, Judy

Mrs. Charlotte Sue Ballew, age 71 of Temple, GA (Paulding County) passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2017 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Katherine Lee. Survivors include her husband, Robert Ballew of Temple, GA; son, Robert Scott Ballew of Temple, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Roberta and Steven Walker of Hiram, GA and five grandchildren. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Clark Funeral Home with Rev. Don Rackley officiating. Interment will follow in the Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery. T

David Lee Evans, age 64, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2017. He was born on January 4, 1953, in East Atlanta, GA, to the late Carl & Betty Evans. Mr. Evans was an avid deer hunter and outdoorsman. Survivors include his wife of 11 years, Susan Evans of Hiram, GA; son, Jason & Heather Radford of Dallas, GA; daughter, Tracey Smith of Hiram, GA; brothers, Charles & Sherrie Evans of TN, Edward & Jeanine Evans of Kennesaw, GA; sister, Nancy Hixon of Middle, GA; grandchildren, Morgan Gaynor of Hiram, GA; and Skylar, Hayler & Kelsey Radford of Dallas, G

On January 03, 2017, Margaret Louise Thompson, 87, of Dallas, GA went home to be with Jesus. She was a heart patient at Gentiva Hospice in Columbus, GA when the Lord called her home. Margaret was born April 13, 1929 in Buford, GA to the late Fred and Flora (Overby) Bennett. She was preceded in death by her husband Forrest Hoke Thompson of Talladega, AL in 2014. Margaret is survived by her daughter, Sheila Ann Ragsdale and son-in-law, Russ; granddaughter, Michelle Lawler and husband Bo, great grandson, Rob Lawler and wife, Jessica, great, great granddaughter, Aiden; great grand

Alfred Arnold Schultz, age 99, of Dallas, GA passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017. He was born on November 23, 1917 to the late Karl and Bertha Makus Schultz; he was also preceded in death by a son in law, Kenneth Schultz. Mr. Schultz was a wireman for Square D for 42 years. Survivors include his wife of 74 years, Margaret Buss Schultz, of Dallas, GA; sons, Kenneth & Kathy Schultz, of Houston, TX, Randall &Denise Schultz, of Dallas, GA, Jeffrey Schultz of Dallas, GA; daughter, Laurie Schultz, of Adams, WI; brother, Arthur Schultz, of Milwaukee, WI; sisters, Erna Schultz of Br

Chalmers Mayfield, age 84, of Douglasville, GA passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016. He was born on December 31, 1932 in Villa Rica, GA to the late Marion Asberry & Eunice Hall Mayfield. He was also preceded in death by his former wife, Delores Bailey Mayfield; a sister, Mattie Autry; son in law, Kelly Chandler. Mr. Mayfield worked for General Motors for more than 25 years. He was a member of New Genesis Baptist Church and a member of the Masonic Lodge for more than 30 years, and is currently a member of the Dallas Lodge. Survivors include his wife, Georgia Jackson Mayfield,

Chad LaMolinare, age 36, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016. He was born on September 27, 1980, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was an electrician for Power and Signal LLC. for 20 years and was a member of Calvary Church of God. He was an avid Steelers and Falcons fan. He was preceded in death by fraternal grandparents, Rose and Herman LaMolinare; maternal grandmother, Deloris Barrett. Survivors include his parents, Joe & Carlene Barrett LaMolinare of Dallas, GA; daughter, Cambree LaMolinare of Carrollton, GA; former wife, Courtney Smith, of Carrollton, GA

Charlotte Marie Daniell age 88, of Dallas ,Georgia, passed away on December 27, 2016. She was born on October 20, 1928, in Atlanta, GA, to the late James Lewis & Sarah Elizabeth Morgan, and was preceded in death by her husband, John Lee Daniell. Mrs. Daniell was a bookkeeper for Central Plumbing Supplies, Mableton Marine and Gulf Highlands Beach Resort, and was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Mrs. Daniell was a 5 year resident of Creekside Pines Retirement Community and a senior chaperone of YMCA in Mableton, Georgia. Charlotte was involved and supported the Good Samaritan

Zoey Addilynn Grace McElwaney, age 4, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2016. She was born on July 23, 2012, in Austell, GA, and was preceded in death by her grandfather, Thomas Carter. Survivors include her parents, Mason Allen & Kelly Denise McElwaney of Hiram, GA; siblings, Tristen Benz, Zaiden McElwaney and Raelynn McElwaney, all of Hiram, GA; aunts and uncles, Tony Moody, Kasey, Nikki & Heather Hitchcock, Alyssa McElwaney, Jenica Carter, Megan Gabriel, Marcella Lindeland, Gina Lakey, and Laney Beaty; grandparents, Tiffany &Eric Craig of Powder Springs,

Shelly F. Henry SR, age 95, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2016. He was born on April 7, 1921, in Carrollton, GA, to the late Lawrence W. & Lula Henry, and was preceded in death by his wife, Maudie Wood Henry. Mr. Henry was a World War II Army Air Corp Veteran, retired from Lockheed Martin as an aircraft fabricator after 25 years of service, and was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church. Survivors include sons, Frank & Pam Henry of Dallas, GA, and Fred & Vicki Henry of Hiram, GA; brother, Glenn E. Henry of Winston, GA; grandchildren, Jessica Henry an