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Douglas Hite, age 66, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019. He was born on July 29, 1952, in Dallas, Ga, to the late Ramsey & Mary Hite. He worked for City of Powder Springs for many years as a sanitation worker. Survivors include wife Renea Hite of Dallas, GA; step-sons, Donald & Deshia Jones of Canton, GA, and Tiko & Jamora Jones of Dallas, GA; brother, John Dean & Frances Hite of Dallas, GA; sisters, Faye & Steve Frye of Dallas, GA, and Joyce Romines of Dallas, GA; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February

Mary Teresa “Terri” (Sullivan) Gagnon, 85, of Dallas, Georgia died peacefully on February 11, 2019, with loved ones at her side. Terri was born February 18, 1933, in Hartford, Connecticut, to Patrick and Nora (Gallivan) Sullivan. She grew up on Barbour Street and witnessed the tragic Barnum and Bailey circus fire of 1944. She married Richard F. (Dick) Gagnon in 1963 and moved to Vernon, where they raised their sons, David and Jamie. Terri loved children and worked for 15 years at Vernon’s Lake Street School. Terri and Dick moved to North Fort Myers, Florida, in 1995 to enjoy their retirement.

Georgia Keller, age 69, of Acworth, GA, passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. She was born on March 16, 1949, in Salisbury, NC, and was preceded in death by her father, Lloyd Raymond Poole; son, Timmy Dill; and great-grandson, Nathan Titus. She was the most loving mother and caregiver, loved telling stories and her home was always opened to everyone. Survivors include daughter, Tammy Dill of Acworth, GA, and Deborah Dupree of Jacksonville, FL; mother, Alva Leaflet Smalta of Acworth, GA; grandchildren, Brittany Mendenhall of Andrews SC, Chelsea Lyons of Dallas, GA, Taylor Whitley of

RC Miller, age 78 of Chamblee, GA (formerly of Dallas, GA) passed away at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital on Saturday, February 9, 2019. He was employed with General Motors for approximately 28 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; Otis and Laura Bell Gladden Miller; sisters. Louise Jones, Ida Mae Tibbitts and brothers; Ernest and Lewis Miller. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Carrie Etta Miller of Chamblee, GA; sons and daughters-in-law; Greg and Araceli Miller of Bethlehem, GA, Bart and Nancy Miller of Suwanee, GA; brothers, Earl (Charlotte) Miller of Dallas, GA, Carlton a

Lindley Hubert (Sonny) Florence, age 86 of Powder Springs, GA passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at his residence on family land where he was also born. He was a Plant Supervisor at Austell Box Board for approximately 47 years and a member at the First Baptist Church of Powder Springs. He loved Jesus, his family and farming. Mr. Florence was preceded in death by his parents; Hubert and Norine Florence. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Nell Rainey Florence of Powder Springs, GA; son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Alicia Florence of Missouri City, TX; daughters and sons-in-law

Joyce Massey, age 73, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, February 6, 2019. She was born on January 27, 1946, in Austell, GA, to the late Tom & Florence Farmer, and was preceded in death by sister-in-law, Joan Farmer, and brother-in-law, Howard Head. Ms. Massey was an artist and a member of Cochran Ridge Baptist Church. Survivors include brother, Jerry Farmer of Winston, GA; sister, Betty Head of Canton, GA; two nieces and three nephews. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 8, 2019, at 3 PM, from Clark Funeral Home, with Reverend Ryan Smith officiating. Interment

Shirley McKinney, age 89, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, February 6, 2019. She was born on February 11, 1929, in Fargo, GA, to the late Lucius & Frances Griffith, and was preceded in death by her husband, Robert C. “Buzz” McKinney, one brother, and four sisters. Mrs. McKinney worked at McKinney’s Prescription Shop for many years alongside her husband. She loved hummingbirds, always known as the hummingbird lady, and enjoyed gardening. She was a member of Dallas First United Methodist Church. Survivors include Mike McKinney of Dallas, GA; daughter, Julie McKinney of Dallas,

Mary E. Morris, age 91, of Dallas, GA., passed away on February 1, 2019 peacefully at Wellstar Paulding nursing and rehab unit. She was born on May 28, 1927 in Sandtown, AL., to the late Ben and Lillie Elsberry. Mrs. Morris loved her church and was a faithful member of Yorkville Baptist Church in Rockmart, GA. She greatly enjoyed shopping, bingo and visiting with her children and family. Mrs. Morris is preceded in death by her beloved husband, J.B. Morris, son, Gary Morris, 6 brothers; W.A. Elsberry, Doyal Elsberry, Ivey Elsberry, James Elsberry, Marvin Elsberry, and Lewis Elsberry, as well as

Annette McMahan, age 81, of Dallas, GA, passed away on January 30, 2019. She was born on November 11, 1937, in Tallapoosa, GA, to the late Joe & Bertha Eidson, and was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Ray McMahan, brothers, Howard, Maynard, and Harold Eidson. Mrs. McMahan retired after 20 years of service from Shaw Industries, a member of New Hope First Baptist Church, and enjoyed taking care of others. Survivors include Ray McMahan of Dallas, GA; grandchild, Elizabeth McMahan of Hiram, GA; and great-grandchildren, Bentley & Easton of Hiram, GA; several nieces and nephews, a

Alma Jean Clay, age 85 of Dallas, GA passed away on January 26, 2019 at Cedar Valley Nursing and Rehab Center. She was preceded in death by her parents; Arthur Wade and Alma Irene Clay; brothers, Harold Clay and Herbert Clay; sisters, Louise Clay Ragsdale, Alline Clay Peploe, Lillian Clay Echols, and Joyce Clay Parkman. She was the youngest of 7 children, and a cheerleader at Dallas High School. She is survived by several nieces, nephews and friends. Interment will follow at Dallas City Cemetery at a later date to be announced. Please feel free to leave online condolences to

William J. Bass, age 88 of Powder Springs, GA passed away on January 26, 2019 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his wife: Barbara J Bass, parents; Phillip Q. and Sarah E. Bass; two brothers, grandson; Phillip Aaron Bass, great grandchildren; Tristan Bass and Ashton Bass. He was an Army veteran, printer at Pollock Paper for more than 30 years and married to Barbara for more that 60 years. He is survived by his son; William (Denise) Bass of Dallas, GA, daughter; Robin Manley of Hiram, GA, grandchildren; Tamsen Bass of Dallas Ga, Ryan Manley of Fairmount Ga, Randy Manley of

Shelva Jean Ballard, age 81 of Dallas, GA passed away on January 25, 2019 at Paulding Wellstar Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents; Dixie Byron and Florence A. Jones; sons, Mitchell and Joey Ruff and sister, Brenda Davis. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her partner, Thomas E. Renfroe of Dallas, GA; son, Wesley H. Ruff of Dallas, GA; sisters, Patsy Freeman of Dallas, GA and Charlotte ( Terry) Merritt of Dallas, GA; grandchildren, Lindy Ruff of Dallas, GA, Kim (Lee) Palmour of Dallas, GA, Carla (Glen) Coppett of Tallapoosa, GA

Hazel Cook Swann, age 94, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2019.She was born on March 5, 1924, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Bob & Jewell Cook, and was preceded in death by husband, Moody Swann. Mrs. Swann was a member of Church of Christ in Cartersville, GA. Survivors include sons, Robert Swann of Dothan, AL, and Timothy Swann of Douglasville, GA; daughters, Gay & Tommy Prewett of Acworth, GA, and Patricia & George Sims of Dallas, GA; seven grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be he

Frank Scott, age 76, of Dallas, GA, passed away on January 12, 2019. He was born on July 17, 1942, in Draper, NC, to the late Melvin Scott and Maggie Robinson., and was preceded in death by his brother, Steve Scott; sister, Sharon Scott, and brother-in-law, Ron Jacobson. Mr. Scott was retired after over 20 years of service with Kroger where he worked as a meat manager. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Penny Scott of Dallas, GA; sons, James & April Scott of Buford, GA, and Taylor Scott of Dallas, GA; daughter, Samantha Dill of Rockmart, GA; brother, James “Buck” Scott of An

Elaine Whitley, age 59, of Buchanan, GA, passed away on January 1, 2019. She was born on August 11, 1959, in Dallas, GA, to the late Hershel & Darline Hulsey, and was preceded in death by her brothers, Winfred Hulsey and Wendell Hulsey. Mrs. Whitley was a member of Harmony Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include husband of 25 years, Jimmy Whitley of Buchanan, GA; son, Tyler (Alexandra) Whitley of Buchanan, GA; daughters, Ashley (Alex) Ridgdell of Dallas, GA, Kellie Whitley of Douglasville, GA, and Kayla Whitley of Cartersville, GA; brother, Marty (Tammie) Hulsey of Muscadine, AL;

Bill Kendall, age 64, of Dallas, GA, passed away on December 16, 2018. He was born on July 2, 1954, to the late Wallace Brooks Kendall and Dorothy Bettis. Mr. Kendall was the owner and operator of Smyrna Radiator and Garage Service along with his brother-in-law for 32 years. He was an ordained deacon and elder of Legacy Baptist Church. Mr. Kendall was an avid Georgia Bulldog Fan and golfer. He loved to fish and working in his yard. At one time he showed his racking horse, coached basketball, baseball, soccer and softball. Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Sheila Kendall of Dall

Bill West 4/6/1931-12/16/2018 On Sunday, December 16, 2018, Bill West of Hiram, Georgia, husband of Carol West and loving father, passed away at the age of 87. Bill was born on April 6, 1931, in Cisco, Georgia, to Robert and Lula Maude West. Raised in rural Georgia, the highest potential for schooling was a third grade education. Bill began his youth as a sharecropper, but he still seemed to manage to have lofty goals to fulfill. He knew he wanted to own his own business, have a wife and family, design and build their home, get his pilot license and a plane, as well as go to Hawaii. His

Eloize C. Baggett, age 96, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018. She was born on March 12, 1922, in Dallas, GA, to the late Early & Ethel Cohran, and was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Glen Baggett; brothers and sisters-in-laws, W.P & Blanche Cohran and O.W & Thelma Cohran; sisters and brothers-in-laws, Agnes & Paul Thompson and Marvine & Grover Baggett. Mrs. Baggett was a life-long member of Smyrna Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughters, Donna Baggett of Dallas, GA, and Neysa (Jerry) Keown of Dallas, GA; grandchildren, Ma

Annice “Nana” House, age 77, of Douglasville, GA (Paulding County), passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. She was born on February 12, 1941, in Douglasville, GA (Paulding County) to the late Hasting & Vonie Sinyard, and was preceded in death by her husband, James “Jim” House; brothers, William Sinyard, Horace Sinyard, Dwight Sinyard; and sister, Myrtice Jolly. She was described by her husband as, “the finest lady God had ever made”. She was also the best mother and Nana to everyone she met. Her favorite thing to do with Jim was to fish and she always caught the biggest and most fish

Betty Raye Benedict, age 62, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2018. She was born on January 1, 1956, in Powder Springs, GA, to the late Joseph & Mattie Worsham, and was preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Hill; and brothers, Jack Worsham, Bill Worsham and Joseph “Buck” Worsham. Ms. Benedict was a member of Bethany Christian Church. Survivors include daughters, Brittany & Joe Horne of Hiram, GA, and Lindy George & Jason West of Dallas, GA; sister, Barbara Yother of Bremen, GA; grandchildren, Justin Massy, Haley Miller, Alexis Benedict, Joseph Bryden Ru

Scott Graham, age 58, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2018. He was born on July 6, 1960, in Atlanta, GA, and was preceded in death by his father, Fred Donald Graham, and daughter, Ashley Deana Graham. Mr. Graham worked at Paulding County Department of Transportation and was a member of Malachi Ministries. Survivors include wife of 39 years, Nancy Louise Graham of Dallas, GA; son, Jeremy (Christy) Graham of Dallas, GA; step-son, Marty (Jennifer) Hicks of Dallas, GA; mother, Nancy Schreib Graham; grandchildren, Jenna Rose Graham and Jazmine Marie Hicks. Memori

Curtis Eugene Jarrett, Jr., age 30, of Temple, GA., passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018. He was born November 01, 1988 in Marietta, GA. Mr. Jarrett was self-employed as a mechanic but was known as a jack of all trades. He loved working and doing landscaping. He loved his family and especially playing with his nieces and nephews. Survivors include his parents, Curtis Eugene, Sr. and Maggie Ledzma Jarrett; sisters, Tabitha (Brian) Donaldson and Sabrina (Matt) Wood; grandmother, Mary Ybarra; aunts and uncles, Virgil (Kathy) Wages, Freddie Ybarra, Joe Anthony Ybarra, Linda L

Frances Cash Vernon, age, 94 of Smyrna, GA, formerly of Gainesville, GA, passed away on Saturday, December 01, 2018. She was born on August 24, 1924 in Braselton, GA. to the late Rufus Spencer and Lou Ella Deaton Cash. Preceded in death by her husband, James Ivan Vernon; brothers, Frank Cash, Carl Cash and Aaron Cash; sisters, Irma Cash, Grace Cash, Lillian Cantrell and Mary Louise Cash. Mrs. Vernon’s main focus was her family and her church. She was a long time Sunday School teacher, scout leader for cub scouts and brownies, involved in the PTA and loved redoing antique furniture. She was

Billy Joe Wilson, age 75, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Saturday, December 01, 2018 at his residence. He was born on December 19, 1942 to the late Wendell and Ozie Defreese Wilson and was preceded in death by his brothers, Grover Wilson, Jimmy Wilson, MC Wilson and Randy Wilson, sisters, Elwanda Walraven and Judy Griffin, grandson, Joshua Ellis. Mr. Wilson was a mechanic for Rollins Trucking Company for twenty-five years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a hard worker and would help anyone anyway he could. He loved to cut up and play with the gra

Wayne Edward Harrison, age 71, of Acworth, GA, passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018. He was born on June 7, 1947, in Knoxville, TN, to the late Clarence & Eleanor Harrison. Survivors include his sister, Verna (James Parson) Mills of Acworth, GA; niece, Jessica (Jimmy) Johnson of Cartersville, GA; nephew, Cory (Heather) Mills of Dallas, GA; and seven great nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held on Sunday, December 2, 2018, at 2 PM, from Lynnhurst Cemetery, 2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918.