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Davy A. Holcomb, age 58, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2014. He was born July 27, 1955 in Atlanta, GA, and was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Eugene Holcomb & mother, Jennie Pearl Holcomb and his sister, Teresa Holcomb. Mr. Holcomb had worked in the construction business for over 30 years and was currently working as a superintendent for J. M. Wilkerson Construction. Survivors include his wife, Gina Wilson Holcomb; sons & daughter-in-law, Cory & Ashley Holcomb of Madison, GA, Corbin Holcomb of Stockbridge, GA and Connor Holcomb of Dallas, GA; brother &

Scott Garner, age 55, of Cedartown, GA, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2014. He was born in Atlanta, GA, July 28, 1958. Mr. Garner was preceded in death by his brother, Barry Allen Garner. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church. Survivors include his mother & step-father, Linda M. & Herman Rawlins of Hiram, GA; sister, Lori Anderson of Douglasville, GA; step-brother, Chris & Lori Rawlins of Rockmart, GA; step-sister, Annett Garner & John Fallon of Melbourne, FL; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, at 3:00 PM, from Antioch Baptist Ch

Robert G. Withers, age 85, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2014. He was born on January 7, 1929, in Daytona Beach, FL, to the late Thomas and Mable Withers, and was preceded in death by his wife, Lila Withers. Mr. Withers was retired after 23 years service with the United States Marines and also worked as a school teacher and counselor. Survivors include son, Robert H. Withers of Hiram, GA; daughters, Ann Withers, and Lisa Belanger of Michigan; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren. At the request of Mr. Robert G. Withers, his body will be cremated. No services are planned at

Tony Black, age 55, of Hiram, GA, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2014. The son of the late, Elmer & Bertha L. Black, he was born April 5, 1959, in Atlanta, GA. Mr. Black worked in the construction business most of his life. Survivors include his daughter, Samantha Black of Hiram, GA; step-son, Dave Waits of Marietta, GA; brothers & sister-in-law, Mickey & Pam Black of Stone Mountain, GA and Richard Black of Mableton, GA; sister & brother-in-law, Sandee & Bill Allison of Canton, GA. A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 6, 2014, at 2:00 PM, from Clark Funeral Home

Gerald Wayne Ogle, 78, of Hiram, GA passed away peacefully at home on July 2, 2014 after a lengthy illness surrounded by his family. Mr. Ogle was born in Chambers County, AL and spent his formative years in Hogansville, GA. He attended West Georgia College graduating with a Mechanical Engineering degree. He was briefly employed by Lockheed Aircraft. He served in the Army National Guard from 1958 1964. After being honorably discharged as a Specialist 5th Class, he made his home in Smyrna, GA. It was there he met and married his wife and raised his family. He retired from the US Postal Service,

Parks Parky Latimer, age 76, of Dallas, GA, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2014. He was born in Chickamauga, GA, May 9, 1938, to the late, Wylie Parks Latimer, Sr. & the late, Mary Delay Latimer, and was also preceded in death by a brother, Gene Latimer and a daughter, Karen Latimer. Mr. Latimer served in the U. S. Air Force and retired from the City of Elberton after more than 20 years. He was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Hartwell, GA and he loved to hunt, fish, and play golf. Survivors include his wife, Jo Ann Starrett Latimer; daughters & sons-in-law, Kelly Latimer of Ja

Mary Elizabeth Carpenter, age 85, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2014. She was born on November 24, 1928, in Elm City, NC, to the late Jettie and Mary Etta Joyner, and was preceded in death by her son, Roger Wayne Carpenter. Ms. Carpenter was a member of Central Baptist Church in Douglasville. Survivors include sons and daughter-in-law, Randall Carpenter of Greensboro, NC, Danny Robert & Sara Carpenter of Goodlettsville, TN, and Kenneth Richard Carpenter of St. Marys, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda & Grover Smithwick of Lenoir City, TN, and Debbie &am

Romaine D. Hardy, age 84, of Hiram, GA, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2014. The son of the late, Dennis Eli Hardy & the late, Julia Rakestraw Hardy, he was born, January 24, 1930, in Hiram, GA. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, David Hardy and sisters, Margaret Durham and Joan Ratteree. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Hardy worked for the Paulding County Road Department and was a member of Westside Christian Church. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Hurst Hardy; sons & daughter-in-law, Phillip D. Hardy of Dallas, GA and Jimmy & Catheri

Peggy Fields, age 56, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2014. She was born on August 27, 1957, in Tucker, GA, and was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Hewatt. Ms. Fields worked for Atlanta Journal for over 30 years. Survivors include sons and daughter-in-law, David & Andrea Aenchbacker of Dallas, GA, and Chris Aenchbacker of Dallas, GA; father and step-mother, Ottis & Alma Hewatt of Thomaston, GA; brothers and sister-in-law, David Hewatt of Dallas, GA, and Jack & Debbie Hewatt of Jasper, GA; sister, Theresa Martinez of Colorado; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephew

Daniel H. Payton, age 58, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2014. He was born in Rome, GA, February 9, 1956, to Mary Lou Payton & the late, Edmond Dewey Payton, Sr. and was also preceded in death by a brother, Darryl Lee Payton and nephews, Jerry Wayne Payton and Michael Wade Payton. Mr. Payton was a devoted son, husband, father and grandfather. He was an avid Elvis singer and fan. Mr. Payton worked in the theater industry for over 30 years. He was a member of Macland Baptist Church and served the Lord as Music Minister for Sunday services at Bethel Gardens Assisted L

Manley Joe Moore, age 74, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2014. He was born on May 31, 1940 in Calhoun, GA, to the late William Otis and Eunice Moore. Mr. Moore was retired from Lockheed as a jig and fixture builder after 39 years, attended New Hope First Baptist Church in Dallas, GA and enjoyed reading and traveling since his retirement. Survivors include his wife, Sandra Moore of Dallas, GA; daughters and son-in-laws, Tina and William Pittman of Liberty, KY and Ramona and Grady Little of Dallas, GA; brother, James Floyd Moore of Marietta, GA and sister, Nina Jane Farrell

Mattie Turner Autry, age 90, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2014. She was born on August 12, 1923, in Villa Rica, GA, to the late Marion & Eunice Mayfield, and was preceded in death by her husband, Robert R.L Autry; and brothers, Charles Mayfield and Robert Mayfield. Survivors include brother and sister-in-law, Chalmers & Georgia Mayfield of Douglasville, GA; cousin, Brenda Taliaferro; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 13, 2014, at 11 a.m., from Clark Funeral Home with Reverend Neal Williams and Reverend Doug Berry of

Keith Anthony Lifsey, age 56, of Powder Springs, GA (Paulding County) passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2014. He was born on October 30, 1957, in Atlanta, GA, and was preceded in death by his mother, Martha Frances Lifsey. Mr. Lifsey worked as a mechanic at Jim Tidwell Ford in Kennesaw, GA, and was a member of Open Bible Tabernacle Church. Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Mary Lifsey, of Powder Springs, GA; father and step-mother, Tony & Jean Lifsey of Powder Springs, GA; sister and brother-in-law, Gina & Brett Redfern of Dallas, GA; brothers-in-law, Chuck & Jeri Dowell,

Timothy Gibson, age 55, of Dallas, GA passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014. He was born on September 3, 1958, in Marietta, GA and was preceded in death by his parents, William and Bertha Mae Gibson. Mr. Gibson was self employed as a heavy equipment operator for approximately 30 years and a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Survivors include, his wife, Anita Gibson of Dallas, GA; sons, Howard William Headin Gibson of Dallas, GA and William Paul Headin Gibson of Smyrna, GA; daughters, Charlotte Norris of Macon, GA, Barbara Marie Searcy of Dallas, GA, Lisa Marie Sanford of Texas and Rita Mae Gi

Ron Crist, age 42, of Hiram, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2014. He was born on December 25, 1971, in Marietta, GA, and was preceded in death by his father, Orval Hester Crist. Mr. Crist was a member of New Seasons Church and the owner of Crist Roofing in Hiram, GA, for 14 years. Survivors include, wife Alicia Crist of Hiram, GA; son, Ron ONeal Crist, JR, of Hiram, GA; mother and step-father, Sandra & Terry Martin of Calhoun, GA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mark & Shelly Crist of Dallas, GA, and David & Megan Crist-Martin of Hiram, GA; two nieces and two nephews; and belov

Grover Hilliard, age 83, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014. He was born on March 12, 1931, in Dallas, GA, to the late Robert and Pearl Hilliard, and was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Hilliard; brothers, Orlando Hilliard and Dave Hilliard; and sister, Sarah Earwood. Mr. Hilliard was a United States Army Veteran serving his country in the Korean War, retired as Lieutenant from the Dallas Police Department after serving 23 years, and worked in the Warrant Division at Paulding County Sheriffs Department. Mr. Hilliard was the Pastor of Mountain View Church of God. Su

Fay Cole, age 70, of Lindale, GA, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2014. She was born in Dallas, GA, December 3, 1943, to the late, Whitic Baxter and the late, Gaynell Dupree. Mrs. Cole was preceded in death by her husband, Duane Lee Cole. She was a member of Corner Baptist Church in Powder Springs, GA. Survivors include her daughters & sons-in-law, Laura Crofts & husband, Walter of Bowdon, GA, Debra Johnson & husband, Aaron of Lindale, GA and Diana Barnette of Saluda, NC; sisters, Helen Suddeth of Millport, AL and Marjean Garrett of Dallas, GA; fifteen grandchildren; twenty-eight gre

Lula Parks Hogan, age 93, of Dallas, GA, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2014. She was born on March 20, 1921 in Dallas, GA and was preceded in death by her parents, William & Donie Parks; husband, Calvin Wayne Hogan; and son & daughter-in-law, Ned Eugene Lester & wife, Susan. Mrs. Hogan was a member of the Christian Church in Temple, GA. Survivors include her sons & daughters-in-law, Harlon Baxter of Dallas, GA and Donald & Hazel Baxter of Christmas, FL and Albert & Kathy Hogan of Dallas, GA; daughters & sons-in-law, Naomi & Mike Strong of Orlando, FL and Pa

Frank Dwyer, age 72, of Hiram, GA, formerly of Waltham, MA, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2014. The son of the late, Francis Xavier Dwyer, Sr. & the late, Rita Marie Gearin Dwyer, he was born October 21, 1941 in Boston, MA. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Maryann Dwyer; son, Shawn Dwyer of Marietta, GA; daughter & son-in-law, Michelle & Steve Cohen of Coppell, TX; daughter-in-law, Emily Dwyer; brother, Ed Dwyer of Weymouth, MA; sister, Elaine Dwyer of Centerville, MA; and three grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2014, at 3:00 PM, fro

Paul Forrest Pence, Jr., age 66 of Acworth, GA (Paulding Co.) passed away on Friday, May 23, 2014. He was born on July 28, 1947 in Atlanta, GA. He was a Security Specialist with Custom Alarms Installation and was preceded in death by his parents; Paul Forrest Pence Sr. and Ora Lee Duvall Pence and brother, Jessie Edward Pence. Survivors include his sons; Paul Forrest Pence-Fogle and Jane of Stockbridge, GA and Luke Pence of Conyers, GA; daughters, Angel and Michael Pollard of Cartersville, GA, Windy Pence of Cartersville, GA and Charity and William Crook of Griffin, GA and sister, Peggie Tho

Cynthia Teressa Young, age 46, of Dallas, GA, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2014. She was born in East Point, GA, on August 4, 1967, to Shirley Ann Farr and the late, LaVerne Howard Farr. She was a member of North Paulding Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 22 years, Joel David Young; daughter, Katie Elizabeth Liz Young of Dallas, GA; mother, Shirley Ann Farr of Dallas, GA; brother & sister-in-law, Randall Farr & wife, Amy of Dallas, GA; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 24, 2014, at 3:00 PM, from Clark Funeral Home, with Reverend Thomas

Gail McAdams Carter, age 74, of Dallas, GA, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2014. She was born in Dallas, GA, December 21, 1939, and was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred B. & Ann Twilley McAdams; husband, Robert F. Carter; brother, Wendell R. McAdams and sister-in-law, Alline McAdams. Mrs. Carter loved the Lord and was a charter member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church, where she served as treasurer for over 28 years and played the piano. Beginning in the 70s she was an accomplished business woman, which continued throughout her life. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

William P. Morris, age 82, of Dallas, GA, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2014. He was born July 3, 1931, in Smyrna, GA, and was preceded in death by his parents, Sam Pinkey Morris & Vester M. Morris; brother, Harley; and sisters, Willie, Sally, Bonnie and Mary. Mr. Morris served in the U. S. Marine Corp and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was retired as a building inspector from Cobb County Building Inspectors. Mr. Morris is survived by nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 23, 2014, at Clark Funeral Home, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A private graveside

Trudy Mallari Go-Hauenstein, age 60, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014. The daughter of Adelaida M. Go and the late, Froilan Go, she was born January 7, 1954, in Tarlac City, Philippines. Besides her father, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Go. She worked as an administrative assistant for Seasons 4 and was a member of Riverside Church of God. Survivors include her husband, Leland Clair Hauenstein; mother, Adelaida M. Go of Cumming, GA; brother & sister-in-law, Ernesto M. Go & wife, Christy of Philippines; sisters & brothers-in-law, Waldi

Mary A. Cole, age 91, of Centre, AL, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014. The daughter of the late, Jim & Linda Blackston, she was born on May 5, 1923 in Carbon Hill, AL. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Peggy Marie Blackmon. Mrs. Cole was a member of Narroway Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Johnny Maxie Cole; sons & daughters-in-law, Raymond Baxter & wife, Laverne of Dallas, GA and Billie Baxter & wife, Millie of Centre, AL; grandchildren, Barry Baxter, Cristy Singletary, Lisa Wilkerson and Kevin Baxter; many great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandc