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Teresa Charlotte Dyer-Cargle, age 57, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2015. She was born on July 28, 1958, in Atlanta, GA, to the late James Edward & Charlotte Rebecca Cargle. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She was a loving mother to two daughters then became a grandmother to six beautiful grandchildren that called her MiMi. Survivors include daughters, Christina & Jeremy Cole of Hiram, GA and Jamie Mock of Winston, GA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Lloyd & Pam Cargle of Whitesburg, GA, and Dale & Michelle Cargle of Panama City Beach, FL; sist

Wendy Deanna Cole Kennedy, age 46, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2015. She was born on March 21, 1969, in Villa Rica, GA, and was preceded in death by her father, Sammy Ralph Cole. She was a member of Roswell Street Baptist Church. Survivors include husband, Charlie Kennedy of Dallas, GA; mother, Vonda Cole of Dallas, GA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Rusty & Michelle Cole of Dallas, GA, and Brent & Lisa Miller of Acworth, GA; sister, Tara Hiett of Columbus, GA; step-mother, Robin Cole of Hiram, GA; several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on

Mrs. Tillitha Jane Herron McFall, age 65, of Snellville, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015. Mrs. McFall was born on December 24, 1949, in Keener, AL, to the late James Woodrow Orphen Herron & Mary Edith Crowe Herron. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Timothy Doyal McFall. She was employed as a bookbinder for over twenty years, and was a member at Bethany Baptist Church. Mrs. McFall impacted many lives during her lifetime, and her giving heart is an attribute that will be remembered by all who knew her. Survivors include son, Jason McFall of De

Evelyn Lori Lochamy, age 53, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015. She was born on January 21, 1962, in Dallas, GA, to the late Roy Jack Hitchcock &Evelyn Ophelia Wood Hitchcock. Mrs. Lochamy worked as a nurse for 25 years and was Baptist by faith. Survivors include husband of 33 years, Roger Lochamy of Dallas, GA; son, Justin Lochamy of Dallas, GA; daughter, Joy Lochamy of Dallas, GA; brother, Eddie Hitchcock & wife, Jamesa of Dallas, GA; sisters, Sue Pinion and husband, Gerald of Rockmart, GA, Kathy Hitchcock of Rockmart, GA, Jeannie Osborne of Dallas, GA; grandc

Craig “Superman” Kellogg, age 53, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 14, 1963, in Austin, MN, to Ronald Dean Kellogg and Mary Shaw Kellogg. Mr. Kellogg was currently employed at the Douglasville Texas Roadhouse, and had worked in the restaurant industry for over 30 years. Survivors include wife, Micheale Ramos Kellogg of Dallas, GA; son, Cody David Kellogg of Dallas, GA; daughter, Deanna Micheale Kellogg of Dallas, GA; mother, Mary Shaw Kellogg of Florence, AL; father, Ronald Dean Kellogg of Lady Lake, FL; siste

Chris Dyvig, age 41, of Villa Rica, GA, passed away Monday, July 27, 2015. He was born on June 5, 1974, in Brooking, South Dakota, and was preceded in death by his father, Curtis Lee Dyvig. Survivors include mother, Frances Elizabeth Dyvig of Dallas, GA; son, Austin Vadner of Villa Rica, GA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Daryl & Wendy Smallwood of Douglasville, GA, and Adam & Misty Dyvig of Villa Rica, GA; sister and brother-in-law, Vonda & Rick Hilderbrand of Dallas, GA; several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2015, at 3 PM, from

Kathryn C. Prater, age 75, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2015. She was born on January 2, 1940, in Alexandria, Louisiana, to the late Daniel and Viola Crooks. She worked at Chevron Oil Company as a secretary for many years and was a member of Unity Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 48 years, Malcolm Prater of Dallas, GA; daughters, Charlyn Prater of Norcross, GA, and LeeAnn & husband, Eric Benson of Dallas, GA; sister, Dorothy Doyle of Olive Branch, MI; granddaughters, Brittany Benson, Brandee Benson and Leah Benson; several nieces and nephews. Fun

Dorothy Louise Bettis, age 89 of Dallas, GA, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2015. Mrs. Bettis was born on November 28, 1925 in Canton, GA, to the late U.L. Plumley and Francis Holcomb Plumley. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Brooks Kendall and brother, Harold Plumley. Mrs. Bettis was of Baptist faith and worked as a nurse for many years. She was an avid gardener, great cook, loved to sew and was very family orientated. Survivors include sons, Bill Kendall & wife, Sheila of Dallas, GA, Alton Kendall & wife, Joyce of Yulee, F

Murriel McKinley Whitener, age 75, of Villa Rica, GA, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015 at his residence. Mr. Whitener was born on April 20, 1940, in Murphy North Carolina, to the late Parriot Whitener and Callie Woods Whitener. Mr. Whitener’s main hobby was his work. He attended college in Seattle, Washington, Young Harris College, and Kennesaw University. He was in the Air National Guard. Survivors include his wife, Gaynelle Ireland Whitener of Villa Rica, GA; sons, Chris Whitener and Shawn Whitener, both of Villa Rica, GA; brother, Harriel Whitener of Alabama; sister, Elaine Whi

Shirley Jean Phillips, age 79, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2015. Mrs. Phillips was born on April 14, 1936, in Dahlonega, GA, to the late Juster Elford Dodd & Sarah Monny Cain Dodd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John William Phillips; daughter-in-law, Melba Phillips; & sister, Chris Hart. Survivors include sons, Tony Phillips & wife, Wynette of Dallas, GA, Terry Phillips of Canton, GA; daughter, Sherry Haynes & husband, Dennis of Hiram, GA; brother, Robert Dodd of Demorest, GA; sister, Mattie Lou Pyles of Buford,

Charlet Rochelle Howard, age 62, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015. She was born on August 14, 1952, in Pittsburgh, PA, to the late Charlie M. and Mattie Lee Howard. Ms. Howard retired from Conrail Railroad in Atlanta, GA, as a dispatcher with over 30 years of service. She graduated from Westinghouse High School in Pittsburgh, PA. Survivors include sisters, Sandra Lee Howard of Pittsburgh, PA, and Gretchen Dian Jones of Jacksonville, NC; cousins, Barbara Ann Gardner of Pittsburgh, PA, Brian H. Brooks of New Jersey, Adrienne Hogan of Pittsburgh, PA, Daniel Gar

Chris Herring, age 31, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2015. He was born on February 2, 1984 in St. Petersburg, FL. He worked as a painter and was a member of Bethany Christian Church. Survivors include his wife, Kristy Herring of Dallas, GA; children, Christopher Matthew Herring, JR, Jacob Nathaniel Herring and Taylor Bryant Herring, all of Dallas, GA; parents, Steven & Suzanne Herring, SR, of Dallas, GA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Steven Charles & Miranda Herring, JR of Villa Rica, GA, and Stephen Jeremiah & Brandy Herring of Dallas, GA; numerous aunts, unc

Norma Lee Cassavoy Gibson, age 84, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015, in Powder Springs, GA. Ms. Gibson was born on April 16, 1931, in High Gate Center, VT, to the late Valmore Cassavoy & Aldea Auclair. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Blake Howard. Norma was a Medical Transcriber for 20 years and enjoyed growing beautiful roses and loved cooking. Survivors include daughters, Kerry Marcotte & husband, Tracy of Dallas, GA, and Sharon Gibson of New Orleans, LA; son, Douglas R. Gibson of Melbourne, FL; grandchildren, Cara Marcotte and Paul M

Kala Marie Partello of Douglasville, Georgia walked into the arms of our Lord on July 11, 2015 in Bay County, Michigan at the age of 25. Kala is survived by her parents, Michael (Mitch) and VeLisa Marie (Cook) Partello of Rose City, Michigan but long time residents of Douglasville Georgia, and her brother Kyle Mitchell Partello of Douglasville, Georgia. Grandmother Donna Hunn of Rose City, MI, Grandfather Robert Hunn of Sterling Heights, MI. Predeceased by maternal Grandparents Dorsey and Nettie Cook of Buford, GA. Kala is also survived by Uncles’ Brian Partello (Christine)of Madison Heig

Christopher Wayne Conner, age 33 of Dallas, GA passed away on Friday, July 10, 2015 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. He was preceded in death by his father; William P. Conner, Jr. Survivors include his mother; Barbara Porter Conner of Dallas, GA; brothers, John Alston of Colorado, Frank Alston of Colorado, Jeff Alston of Virginia, Charles Windham, Jr. of Hiram, GA and Scott Conner of Stockbridge, GA; sisters, Tammy Alston of Colorado, Wynde Southern of South Carolina and Kim George of Stockbridge, GA. Memorial services for Mr. Conner will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.

Pat Rakestraw Ragsdale, age 62, of Dallas, GA passed away at her residence on Friday, July 10, 2015. She attended New Hope Baptist Church and was preceded in death by her parents; Noel Hubert and Inez Rakestraw. Pat was a graduate of Kennesaw State University with a Registered Nurse degree and received the Ida Brielle Scholarship finishing as top student in her class. For several years she was employed as an ICU R.N. at Kennestone Hospital and retired from the Paulding County Health Department after many years of service. An avid golfer, who also enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, sew

Mr. Robert James Higdon, age 90, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2015. Mr. Higdon was born on May 16, 1925 in Chicago, IL, to the late Pat Higdon & Martha Styles Higdon. He was preceded in death by brothers, Howard Higdon & Johnny Higdon and sister, Lillie Mae Castle. Mr. Higdon was a U.S. Army veteran and served in WWII. Survivors include ex-wife, Dot Brown of Dallas, GA; sisters, Patsy Kirk of Rydal, GA, Millie Childers of Cumming, GA, Allene Maddox of Acworth, GA, Gladys Addington & husband, John of Marietta, GA; brother-in-law, Willis Cassell of Thomaston, G

Steve Shamblin, age 47, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2015. He was born on December 1, 1967, in Cleveland, TN, and was preceded in death by his father, Bill Shamblin. Mr. Shamblin was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving in Desert Storm and also served in the United States Army Reserves. He worked as an IT consultant for Coca Cola and was a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Dallas, GA. He was most loving father and husband and a huge University of Tennessee Fan. Survivors include his wife, Deisha Rie Shamblin of Dallas, GA; children, Alec S

Mr. Mike Fritz, age 59, of Dallas, GA, passed away on July 2, 2015. Mr. Fritz was born on December 3, 1955 to Norman Fritz & Margarette Gately Fritz. He was preceded in death by his father, Norman Fritz. Mike was a retired Senior Officer Specialist with the U.S. Department of Justice. Survivors include his wife, Donna (Corley) Walker Fritz; step-son, Jeffrey Walker of Dallas, GA; mother, Margarete Fritz of NC; father & mother in law, Pledger & Mattie Corley of Dallas, GA. Funeral services for Mr. Fritz will be held on Monday, July 6, 2015 at 2:00 PM from the Clark Funeral

Eugene Barner "Shorty/Mac" McTaggart, age 82, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2015. He was born on July 14, 1932, in Sweet Gum, GA, to the late James David McTaggart and Willie Villard Waldrop, and was preceded in death by his son, Jerry Wayne Jones; grandson, Allen Jones; stepfather, Virgil Waldrop; brothers, James David (J.D) McTaggart, Claude McTaggart, Cecil McTaggart, Cliff McTaggart and Doyle McTaggart, and sister, Betty Hobbs. He was a veteran of the United States Army and was a member of the American Legion Post 294. Mr. McTaggart worked as a supervisor for Th

Mr. L.D. “Dan” Gable passed away on the morning of June 24, 2015. He was born on May 25, 1937, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Rudolph and Florence Gable. He was preceded in death by both of his parents, brothers Bill and Don Gable, and his beloved daughter, Cindy Lynn Brown. Dan was a veteran, who served in the navy, mason and Shriner. He worked at Lockheed in Marietta, GA, for 37 years and retired in 1999. He enjoyed traveling to Florida (being a snowbird during the winter months) with his wife and enjoyed spending time with all of their snowbird friends for the past ten years. In the summer, Dan an

Georgia Hicks Chappell passed on June 19, 2015, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She attained 83 years. Born into world-wide depression on December 18, 1931, the only child of Albert and Elsie West Ellison. Delivered at 7 months with a birth weight of only 1 ½ pounds, a miracle today, a greater miracle for 1931, she had a small chance of survival. Her mother remained in Villa Rica Hospital while she was sent home with her father. She proved to be a survivor destined to a life of service for others. A woman of beauty, she entered each season of life with grace. Her heart like a child

Donnie B. Fritts, age 70, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2015. Mr. Fritts was born on March 31, 1945, in Knoxville, TN, to the late Vance Fritts & Glenna Kitts Fritts. He was a shop supervisor with Winnelson Plumbing Supply for over 20 years. Mr. Fritts was Baptist by faith. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Janice Cates Fritts of Dallas, GA; sons, Buckley O’Neal Fritts & wife, Shannon of Hiram, GA, Curtis Major Fritts of Atlanta, GA; brother, Henry Soward of Grantville, GA; grandchildren, Courtni Fritts of Hiram, GA, Taylor O’Neal Fritts & wife, Kayla of

Margene Maddox, age 94, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2015. Mrs. Maddox was born on February 24, 1921 to the late Walt Prewett & Maybelle Lindsey Prewett. Including her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Maddox , granddaughter, Denise Maddox Puckett & great-grandson, Rylan Puckett. Mrs. Maddox was a member at New Hope First Baptist Church. Survivors include sons, Bobby Maddox of Dallas, GA, Larry Maddox & wife, Bobbie of Rome, GA, Donnie Maddox & wife, Gail of Dallas, GA; seven grandchildren; & five great-grandchildren. Funeral