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Cherie Adams, age 73, of Dallas, GA. passed away on Wednesday, September 26, 2018. She was born on July 31, 1945 in Greenwood, S.C. to the late John and Lillian Harrison. Mrs. Adams owned a cleaning business and was Baptist by faith. She was compassionate, loving, loyal to any friend she had, feisty in all the best ways and most importantly she could do anything and everything she set her mind to. She was a dreamer, a loving mother, “Grammy” and great- grandmother. Today the world is a little darker without her. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Merry Allison Adams, and h

Robert “Bob” Cook, age 62 of Dallas, GA, passed away on September 5, 2018. He was born on November 28, 1955, in Wayne, MI, to the late Robert John & Cecilia Elaine Cook. Mr. Cook was a United States Air Force Veteran serving in Vietnam, and worked as a Quality Control Technician for Lockheed for over 30 years. Bob was a loving father and husband. He loved to teach mechanically inclined, cooking for others and never met a stranger. Survivors include his wife of 24 years Rhonda Cook of Dallas, GA; son, Cole Cook of Dallas, GA; daughters, Hannah Cook of Charleston, SC, and Rachel Co

Mary Shipp George, age 79, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2018. She was born on June 30, 1939, in Powder Springs, GA, to the late Howard & Elleanor Shipp, and was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Harold George. Mrs. George worked as a clerk at the United States Postal Service for 20 years and was of Baptist faith. Survivors include her sons, Charles Milton Crow of Dallas, GA, Howard Crow of Dallas, GA, and Robert Marion Crow of Dallas, GA; daughter, Susan Morgan of South Carolina; grandchild, Robton Crow of Dallas, GA; several nieces and nephews.

Jean Sexton Butler, age 81, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2018. She was born on April 20, 1937, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Clarence Eugene Sexton and Ruby Catherine Woodward, and was preceded in death by her brother, Nick Sexton. Mrs. Butler was a member of New Georgia Baptist Church. Survivors include husband of 62 years, Bob Butler of Douglasville, GA; sons, Anthony & Crystal Butler of Douglasville, GA, Tim Butler of Atlanta, GA, and Todd & Tracy Butler of Douglasville, GA; brothers, Richard & Mary Sexton of Dallas, GA, Mike & Sherry Sexton

Philip Gary Washington III, age 14, of Austell, GA, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2018. He was born on August 25, 2004, in Atlanta, GA, and was currently a student. Survivors include his parents, Philip Washington, JR of Austell, GA; mother, Amanda Washington of Severn, Maryland; sisters, Miajah Detoles of Savannah, GA; Jasmin Washington of Houston, TX, Jade Porter of New Orleans, and Jair Smith of Houston, TX; maternal grandparents, Runnel & Rudell Collie of Hampton, GA; fraternal grandparents, Philip & Paulette Washington, SR of Dallas, GA; and Martha Washington of

Mary “Lady” Ayers, age 89, of Douglasville, GA (Paulding Co), passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018. She was born on December 13, 1928, in Dallas, GA, to the late James Roy & Alice Austin, and was preceded in death by her husband, Ruben Ayers, and son, Bill Ayers. Lady Ayers was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed having fun and truly enjoyed life to the fullest. She played basketball, softball, kept the score book for the Braves at home, loved Georgia Tech and playing checkers and Rook. She was a member of New Georgia Baptist Church. Survivors include her son,

James Earl Motes, age 77, of Bremen, GA, passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018. He was born on February 3, 1941, to the late Miles & Estelle Motes, and was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Marie Motes. Mr. Motes worked as an electrician for over 20 years. Survivors include his sons, Jimmy & Christy Motes of Hiram, GA, Chris Motes of Dallas, GA, Robbie & Lauren Motes of Cartersville, GA, and Michael & Ashley Motes of Bremen, GA; daughters, Lisa Motes of Bremen, GA, Linda & William Parker of Cumming, GA, and Nancy & Mitch Emmett of Kennesaw, GA; sister,

Bobby (Bob) Payne, age 60, of Hiram, GA. passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at WellStar Tranquility at Cobb. He was born on January 05, 1958 in Chattanooga, TN. to the late Tony and Mildred Johnson Payne and was preceded in death by his brothers, Jimmy Lewis Eustice and Randy Payne. Mr. Payne was self employed in Tele-Communications for over thirty years. Survivors include his children, Bobby Payne, Jr. of Lawrenceville, GA., Joseph Payne of Charlotte, NC. and Whitney Farmer of Bluffton, SC; brothers, Jack McNeal of Jupiter, Fl., Dennis McNeal of Evansville, TN; sister, Mary K

Debbie Hulsey, age 66, of Dallas, GA. passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2018. She was born on October 4, 1952 in Atlanta, GA. to the late Andrew and Claudia Lively. She was of the Holiness faith. Mrs. Hulsey enjoyed fishing with Ben, being social and avidly talking to anyone and everyone. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who cherished and loved her family, no matter what. She was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers; Gene Lively, Bill Lively, Richard Lively, and Porky Lively as well as her 4 sisters; Lucy Horsley, Annie Ruth Phipps, Jeanette Smith, a

Donald Florence, age 79, of Powder Springs, GA. passed away on Friday, September 7, 2018. He was born on January 3, 1939 in Powder Springs, GA. to the late Hubert and Norine Florence. Mr. Florence worked at Sweet Water Paperboard for 40 years and retired as a Superintendent. He loved to golf, his work bowling league, and playing cards. He was a farmer at heart and loved to spend his time gardening, especially tomatoes. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Florence of Powder Springs, GA., daughters; Kim Florence of Marietta, GA.; Leah Florence of Virginia; brother, Lindley Florence of Powder S

Marjorie Louise Bernard, age 84, of Dallas, GA. passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018. She was born on October 13, 1933 in Spanish Town, Jamaica to the late Lester Shaw and Beatrice Thomas. Mrs. Bernard worked as a Registered Nurse for Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York for 23 years and attended The First Assembly of God Church. She loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Mrs. Bernard was a wonderful provider and loved her family endlessly. She greatly enjoyed learning about new things, shopping, cooking and making jokes whenever she could. She was preceded in death

Trayce Rupp, age 54, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018. She was born on December 31, 1963, in Washington, DC, to the late Marvin “Jim” & Barbara Butler. Trayce loved cooking, sewing, visiting the beach, spending time with her grandchildren and her dogs. She grew up in Ormond Beach, Florida and moved to Georgia in the mid 1980’s. Survivors include her husband of 24 years, Ken Rupp of Hiram, GA; son, Cale Young of Cartersville, GA; daughters, Kendal & Robert Raines of Dallas, GA, and Stevye Rupp of Austell, GA; brother, Marc Butler & Joe Rountree, J

Paul Hitchcock, JR, age 48, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away on Monday, September 3, 2018. He was born on April 7, 1970, in Dallas, GA, and was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Gregg. Paul was currently working at Still Construction, INC, and a member of Zion Christian Fellowship Church. Survivors include wife, Terri Hitchcock of Powder Springs, GA; children, Brandon Hitchcock of Dallas, GA and Andrea Hitchcock of Dallas, GA; step-son, Chance Jarrard; father, Gerald Paul & Marion Hitchcock, SR, of Dallas, GA; sister, Gena Hitchcock of Dallas, GA; step-sisters, Regina &

Clara Magnolia Schwitzer, age 83 of Dallas, GA passed away on Sunday, September 2, 2018 at WellStar Paulding Nursing Center. She was employed as a hostess at Campbell’s Restaurant for 25 years. Mrs. Schwitzer was preceded in death by her parents; Buford and Florice Magnolia Williams; brothers, Buford Williams JR, Bobby Williams, Kenneth Williams and Richard Williams; sisters, Mary Jones and Ann King and her husband of 64 years Frank Schwitzer JR. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Frank and Debbie Schwitzer III, of Hiram, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Jimmy Thomas

Linda ‘Dianne’ Parker, age 74, of Lake Butler, FL, formerly of Paulding County, passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018. She was born on April 11, 1944, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Frank Marion and Annie Ruth Stowe Davis. Dianne was a successful seamstress all of her life. She worked very hard serving in many capacities to help provide for her family, being a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Dianne retired after 35 years at J. C. Penny. She was also a faithful member of the Circle Cross Cowboy Church in Lake City, FL. Survivors include her Daughters, Deborah Lynn and Mickey

Joey Ploof, age 37, of Cartersville, GA, passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2018. He was born on August 30, 1980, in Marietta, GA. Joey was a veteran of United States Air National Guard, a store manager for Family Dollar and a member of Freedom Church in Acworth, GA. Survivors include wife of 11 years, Alicia Ploof of Cartersville, GA; son, Camden Ploof of Cartersville, GA; father, Tony Davis of Florida; mother and step-father, Kevin & Robin Whitley of Dallas, GA; brother, Josh & Kelly Davis of Dallas, GA; sister, Jennifer Daniel of Dallas, GA; maternal grandparents, Judy & Bobby

Dennis Earl “Mr. MC” McLain, Sr, age 85, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, August 22, 2018. He was born on February 6, 1933, in Antioch, AL, to the late Eugene & Ima McLain. Mr. McLain was a United States Army Veteran and a member of Nebo Baptist Church. He retired after 50 years of service from Far West Produce Exchange where he worked as a truck driver. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Faye McLain of Dallas, GA; sons, Dennis McLain II, and James & Charlene McLain of South Carolina; sister, Gladys Helton of Alabama; grandchildren, Dennis Earl McLain III of South

Donald Crew, age 76, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Thursday, August 23, 2018. He was born on August 7, 1942, in Dallas, GA, to the late Robert Edward and Parry Lee Eidson Crew. Mr. Crew retired after 30 years of service as a supervisor for Georgia Department of Agriculture. Donald was a faithful member of Shady Grove Baptist Church where he served as deacon for many years and also served as treasurer for several years. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Gail Crew of Dallas, GA; son, Bill & Melissa Crew of Warsaw, Poland; grandson, Logan Crew & Sophie; and three nephews.

William Rex Jones, age 71, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. He was born on January 14, 1947, in Corning, NY, to the late Alton & Doris Jones, and was preceded in death by his brother, Clifford A. Jones. Mr. Jones was a member of Acworth United Methodist Church and worked as a pattern maker for Ingersoll-Rand for 22 years. Bill taught heavy equipment and conservation at G.ST. Boces in Coopers Plaines, N.Y. He was a member of the Painted Post New York Fire Department for 40 years serving a total of 48 years in the fire service. Mr. Jones was a Sergeant in the United

David Denton, age 59, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018. He was born on October 3, 1958, in Marietta, GA. Mr. Denton was a United States Army Veteran and retired after 26 years from Coviden where he worked as a manager. David was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and an all around rock for his family. Survivors include wife of 37 years, Treisha Denton of Dallas, GA; son, Jeremy & Jennifer Denton of Dallas, GA; daughter, Jessica & Ryan Purmort of Dallas, GA; parents, J.P. & Fredericca Denton of Douglasville, GA; brothers, Dorsey & Kim Denton

Jim House, age 83, of Douglasville (Paulding County), GA, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018. He was born on November 13, 1934, in Toccoa, GA, to the late Harry & Mamia House, Sr, and was preceded in death by his brothers, Edward House, Walt House, Lewis House and H.B. House; sisters, Sara House-Thompson, Katheryn H. Sanders, and Doris House. Mr. House was a United States Navy Veteran and a member of Bethel West in Wedowee, AL. Jim was the fire chief of the South Paulding area Volunteer Fire Department and was instrumental in initiating the fulltime fire department in Paulding Count

Carla Scoggins Brown, age 56, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Monday, August 13, 2018. She was born on May 20, 1962, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Carl & Wilma Scoggins Jr. Carla retired from Paulding County School System as a bus driver where she worked 25 years and was a member of Pumpkinvine Baptist Church. She loved the beach, cooking and crafts. Carla loved being with her friends and considered them as family. She was always taking care of everyone else. Survivors include her husband of 32 years, Reece Brown of Dallas, GA; children, Natalie & Stephen Albright of Carrollton,

Edward Lee Pope, age 59, of Lithia Springs, GA, passed away on Friday, August 10, 2018. He was born on December 19, 1958, in Austell, GA., to the late Arthur Lee Pope, Sr. and Sally Mae Powell Crowe. Mr. Pope worked for over 46 years at Seminole Foundry serving as a foreman in the later years there. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his brothers; Wayne and Brenda Crowe of Villa Rica, GA, Arthur Lee Pope, Jr. of Cedartown, GA; sisters, Shondra Pope of Cedartown Ga, Martha Ann and Herman Hill of Lithia Springs, Ga; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A Graveside service will be

Robby Bowen, age 40, of Dallas, GA., passed away on Tuesday, August 7, 2018. He was born on February 6, 1978 in Austell, GA., to Robert and Regina Bowen. He worked for Atlanta Structural Company and was a member of Activation Church in Dallas, GA. He is preceded in death by Maternal grandparents, Fred and Frankie Waddell. Survivors include his wife, Shelly Bowen of Dallas, GA., parents, Robert and Regina Bowen of Dallas, GA., sons; Trey Bowen of Adairsville, GA., Westin Bowen of Dallas, GA., Owen Roberts of Dallas, GA., daughters; Hannah and Jacob Gagnon of N.C., Alivia Roberts of Dallas, G

Andy Thompson, age 27, of Dallas, GA, passed away on August 5, 2018. He was born on January 25, 1991, in Atlanta, GA. Andy worked as a welder and was a 2009 East Paulding High School graduate. Andy had so much to give the world. He was an extremely talented individual who loved expressing his creativity to the world through his art, music, and humor. His charm and dedication were profound to say the least. Anyone who spent any time with him will miss that dearly about him. His main love in life was undoubtedly his two beautiful children. He dedicated his life to them on a special level. His tw