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H.B. Gunter, age 91, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2015. He was born on January 25, 1924, to the late Waymon Luther Gunter & Maggie Bessie Gunter. Mr. Gunter was an Army Veteran, and served during World War II. Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Helen B. Gunter; children, Alicia & Lewis Parrot of Dallas, GA, Deidra & Steve Brewer of Bremen, GA, Keith Gunter of Dallas, GA, Renata Gunter of Dalton, GA; brothers, Bill & Bernice Gunter of Norcross, GA, Herbert & JoAnn Gunter of Mineral Bluff, GA, Harrison Gunter of Dallas, GA, Bobby Gunter of Dal

Betty Ann Chambers, age 84, of Mableton, GA, passed away on Sunday February 1, 2015. She was born on January 23, 1931, in Atlanta, GA, to the late James Madison & Nellie Zera Eades, and was preceded in death by her husband James Eugene Chambers. Survivors include sons, Michael E. Chambers of Douglasville, GA, and Marty & Suzanne Chambers of Dallas, GA; brother and sister-in-law, John & Beth Eades of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren, Andrew & Joanna Chambers, Matthew Chambers, Mitchell & Lindsay Chambers, and Nathan & Rebecca Henderson; six great-grandchildren, several n

Richard Lanier Evans, age 75, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2015. He was born on July 30, 1939, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Equila & Annie Evans. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Chattahoochee. Survivors include sister, Patricia Demeritt of Powder Springs, GA; brother, Michael Dean Evans of Canton, GA; nieces Sherry Hughes and Wanda Wingfield; nephew, Edwin Harris, JR. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2015, at 2 PM, from Clark Funeral home with Reverend Preston Moore and Bill Neese officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview

Joanna “Jodie” Leigh Collier, age 45, of Dallas, GA, passed away on, Monday, January 26, 2015. She was born on February 4, 1969, in Atlanta, GA, and was preceded in death by her father, Lamar Mayfield, and sister, Angie Miles. Mrs. Collier worked as a bank teller at Westside Bank and attended West Ridge Church. She loved her sons and grandson. Mrs. Collier enjoyed visiting the beach and loved flowers. Survivors include her husband of 26 years, Steve Collier of Dallas, GA; sons and daughter-in-law, Josh & Tori Collier of Dallas, GA, and Chase Collier of Dallas, GA; mother and step-fathe

Frank “Buddy” E. Smith, SR., age 86, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2015. He was born on June 17, 1928, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Eddie & Effie Smith, and was preceded in death by his brother, George W. Smith. He was a member of Iron Workers Union Local 387 and a member of Mt. Olivet Missionary Baptist Church. Mr. Smith loved the outdoors. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Margaret L. Smith of Dallas, GA; son and daughter-in-law, Frank Edward & Angela Smith, JR, of Dallas, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Maggie & Ronald Malcolm of Dallas, GA, and Judy

TOWNSEND Steve Townsend, age 55, of Austell, GA, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015. Mr. Townsend was born on May 12, 1959 to Hiram Lee Townsend & Elaine Austin Gibson. Steve enjoyed sports, especially football, and was an avid Braves & Falcons fan. Survivors include mother, Elaine Austin Gibson of Powder Springs, GA; father, Hiram Lee Townsend of Powder Springs, GA; brother, David Lee Townsend of Powder Springs, GA; sister, Donna Lynn Roberts Ray of Powder Springs, GA; nephew, Jessie Larry Roberts of Knoxville, TN. Funeral services for Mr. Townsend will be held on

Joetta Hunt Wood, age 90, of Dallas, GA, passed away on, Saturday, January 24, 2015. Mrs. Wood was born on February 11, 1924, to the late Walter C. Hunt & Jodie Mae Holland Hunt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas Wood; son, James Wood, Jr.; sisters, Ella H. Moore & Jewell Tibbitts; brothers, Gid Hunt & R.J. Hunt. Mrs. Wood attended Massey Business College, and retired as Book Store Manager of Kennesaw State College. She volunteered at WellStar Nursing Home for 17 years, and was a member of Lion’s Club. Mrs. Wood was also a devot

Hemilo Villa Favela, age 65, of Austell, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2015. Mr. Villa was born on January 3, 1950 in Zacatecas, Mexico, to the late Rosendo Villa Contreras & Elena Fauela Villa. Survivors include wife, Gloria Font; one brother; four sisters. A graveside service for Mr. Villa will be held on Sunday, January 25, 2015, at 2:00 PM, at Sunrise Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at the funeral home before the service from 10:00 AM until 1:30 PM. Clark Funeral Home in Hiram, GA, is in charge of arrangements. (www.samclarkfuneralhome.com)

Elsie Louise Hardy, age 93, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2015. Mrs. Hardy was born on May 23, 1921, to the late Terrell Young Finch & Dellie Melinda Finch. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Harold Hardy & son, Lynn Aubrey Hardy. Mrs. Hardy was one of the eldest members of 2nd Church, and was a recent resident of Gaines Park in Kennesaw, GA. Mrs. Hardy is survived by her daughter, Kathy Louise Hardy Hice of Powder Springs, GA; brother in law, Felton Atcheson of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Julia & Bob Levesque of Powder Springs, GA, Jennifer &

Shirley Faye Helms, age 70, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2015. She was born on February 4, 1944, in Childersburg, AL, to the late Ottis and E.V Oleta Couch, and was preceded in death by her husband, Hoyt Leon Helms. She was a successful Real Estate Broker and small business owner for many years in Paulding County. Some of Mrs. Helms many accomplishments include, serving on the Paulding County Chamber of Commerce and past Vice President of Paulding Meadows. Mrs. Helms was recognized for her outstanding service by the American Red Cross. She was the driving force in the

Robert Willingham, age 67, of Marietta, GA, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2015. He was born on May 7, 1947, in Summerville, GA, to the late Griffin and Nellie Willingham, and was preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Jo Allen and Margie Louise Willingham, and brother, Jessie Willingham. Mr. Willingham was employed by RBM of Atlanta for over 30 years. Survivors include, sons and daughter-in-law, Chuck & Connie Willingham of Jasper, GA and Matt Willingham of Carrollton, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy & Davy Baxter of Dallas, GA; sister, Joy Puryear of Locust Grove, GA; br

Betty Marie Gentry, age 67, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2015. She was born on August 29, 1947, in Marietta, GA, to the late Hubert and Mary Johns, and was preceded in death by her sister, Virginia Leavel and brother, William T. Johns. She was a member of New Zion Church in Acworth, GA, and loved to garden and sing. Survivors include husband, Melvin Gentry of Dallas, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Nina & Donnie Walker of Talladega, AL, Melanie & Scooby Weaver of Dallas, GA, and Lydia & Ricky West of Ball Ground, GA; sons, Matthew Scott of Jasper, GA, an

Mrs. Virginia Rickerson, age 96 of Hiram, GA passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2015. She was retired from Rich’s as a Sales Clerk and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Mrs. Rickerson was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Price Rickerson in 1966 and many years later, her second husband, Mr. Horace Rickerson. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Martha Rickerson of Hiram, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Rick Murtha of Ellijay, GA; grandchildren, Leigh Anne Lindsey, Brian Rickerson and Brad Rickerson; great-grandchildren, Kristen Hosbach, Morgan Li

Mr. Charles “Chuck” Edwin Helinger Jr., age 53 of Dallas, GA passed away on Friday, January 16, 2015. He was employed as a Maintenance Supervisor at Winnwood Retirement Community in Marietta, GA. Chuck is survived by his wife, Lonnie Helinger of Dallas, GA; sons, Ryan and Austin Helinger of Dallas, GA; father, Charles E. Helinger Sr. of Kentucky; mother, Doris Ann Baize of Hiram, GA; step-daughter, Kayla Chizek of Seattle, WA; step-son, Joseph Uram of Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Pam and Gary Hecht of Dallas, GA; sister, Gail Helinger of Kentucky and several nieces. Memorial se

Larry Lane Ragsdale, age 64, of Rockmart, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2015. He was born on October 30, 1950, in Austell, GA, to the late Thomas and Sara Ragsdale, and was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Ragsdale. Mr. Ragsdale was a teacher in Florida for 17 years, he then returned to Georgia and served as Assistant Principal and later Principal for East Paulding Middle School, Administrator at Paulding County Board of Education, Superintendant of Haralson County School System, and later ended his career as Superintendant of Paulding County School System retiring in 200

Linda Gail Moore, age 66, of Crossville, AL, formerly of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2015. She was born on March 13, 1948, in Dallas, GA, to the late Bill Whitley and Ava Lee Wills, and was preceded in death by her son, Paul Moore. She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, William & Kim Moore of Dallas, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Kelly & William Kelley of Crossville, AL; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy & Linda Whitley of Dallas, GA; grandchildren, Erin Moore, Dillon Moore, Garrett Moore and Ashlynn Moore;

Joyce Elizabeth Lindsey Cline, age 62, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born on May 21, 1952, in Villa Rica, GA, to the late Paul Barto and Marian Lee Ellison. Joyce was a kind soul who was fiercely protective of and loyal to her family, and will be greatly missed by family and friends. She was happiest spending time with her daughters and grandchildren and her face just lit up when any of them walked in the room. An avid Atlanta Braves fan, she also enjoyed researching her family tree and painting ceramics. J

Mr. Carl Spurgeon, age 67, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2015. He was born on April 7, 1947 in Knoxville, TN, to the late Clayton & Katherine Spurgeon. Survivors include sons, Jeremy Spurgeon of Dallas, GA, Steven Spurgeon of Dallas, GA, Michael Spurgeon of Dallas, GA; brothers, Richard Spurgeon of Stockbridge, GA, James Spurgeon of Stockbridge, GA, Ronnie Spurgeon of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Tracy Spurgeon, Brantley Spurgeon, Landon Spurgeon; great grandchild, Caitlyn Spurgeon; many nieces & nephews. Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, Janua

Patricia Ann Norton, age 68, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2015. Mrs. Norton was born on December 11, 1946 to the late James & Jewell Arrendale, and was preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Norton. She is survived by her sons, Gary Norton of Dallas, GA and Michael Norton of Smyrna, GA; sister, Nancy Davis of St. Augustine, FL; granddaughter, Brittany Norton. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, January 10, 2015 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A memorial service for Mrs. Norton will be held at a later date. Clark Funeral Home in H

Carolyn Nicole Driskell, age 12, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015, along with her father, Corporal Sam Driskell, and mother, Mauchin Driskell. She was born on January 23, 2002, in Austell, GA. Carolyn attended Austin Middle School and was in the 7th grade. Survivors include, grandfather, Howell Driskell of Hiram, GA; aunts and uncles, Allen & Kim Driskell of Hiram, GA, Teresa & Douglas Britton of Hiram, and Susan Ramey of Acworth, GA; and several cousins. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 12, 2015, at 11 AM, at West Ridge Church, with Chaplai

Corporal Sam Driskell, age 52, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015, along with his wife, Mauchin Driskell and daughter, Carolyn Nicole Driskell. He was born on August 29, 1962, in Powder Springs, GA, and was preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Emogene Driskell. He was a retired United States Army Veteran and was employed by Paulding County Sheriff’s Department for the last 10 years. Survivors include his father, Howell Driskell of Hiram, GA; brother and sister-in-law, Allen & Kim Driskell of Hiram, GA; sisters and brother-in-law, Teresa & Douglas Britton of

Cynthia Ann “Cindy” Simmons, age 66, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2015. She was born on May 31, 1948, in Tallahassee, FL, to the late, Lacy & Juanita Simmons, and was preceded in death by her infant sons, Conrad and Gregory Simmons. She was a member of New Salem Baptist Church in Kennesaw and worked as an Administrative Assistant at Simmons Engineering. Survivors include daughter, Stacy Barnes Scott and husband, Kevin of Dallas, GA; son, Warren “Rusty” Barnes, JR, of Rockmart, GA; brothers, Lacy William Simmons, JR, of Woodstock, GA, and Buck Simmons of Marietta,

Brenda Gail Bentley, age 63, of Covington, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. She was born on May 27, 1951, in Porterdale, GA, to the late Ralph Briscoe & Carolyn Herring. Ms. Bentley was a member of Central Community Church in Covington, GA. She graduated from Georgia State receiving a degree in Business, received a Theology Degree from Central Community Church and loved God and her family. Survivors include sons, Jason Perritt of Villa Rica, GA, and Matthew Perritt of Cumming, GA; daughter Melissa Bentley of Covington, GA; brother, Mike Herring of Covington, GA; grandchild

Fred Harold Stokes, age 91, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2015. He was born on November 8, 1923, in Hilly, Louisiana, to the late, C.A. & Mary DeLony Stokes, and was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Stokes, brother, B. Ragan Stokes, and sister, Drucille Tidwell. Mr. Stokes was a United States Marine Veteran serving in World War II, and was a member of Dallas First Baptist Church. He worked at Lockheed-Martin as an Aero Engineer, and later at Grummen Aircraft in Long Island, N.Y., and Piper Aircraft in Lakeland, FL. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law,

Bob Denham, age 88, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2015. He was born on March 11, 1926, in San Antonio, TX, to the late William & Lillie Denham, and was preceded in death by his daughter, Shirley Lynn Denham. Mr. Denham was a retired United States Navy Veteran serving in World War II and the Korean War, and also retired as a signal man for CSX Railroad. In his younger days he worked on the King Ranch in Texas and also worked at Lockheed from 1967-1973 building the C-S and C-130 Aircrafts. Survivors include children, Angela Denham of Winston, GA, Patricia Lee Denham-Fl