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Chris Green, age 34, of Temple, GA (Paulding County), passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2011. He was born March 17, 1976, in Austell, GA. Mr. Green loved his friends and family and was a great Dad and loved by many. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Mr. Green worked as a self-employed HVAC installer and worked for AutoZone. He attended Bethany Christian Church. Survivors include his wife, Katherine Alice Green; sons, Christopher Storm of Temple, GA and Christain Brock of Temple, GA; daughter, Katia Anastasia Morris of Temple, GA; mother, Bonnie Belinda Caruso of Dallas, GA; father,

George Burris Folds, Jr., age 82, of Dallas, GA (formerly of Acworth, GA), passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2011. He was born October 5, 1928, in Godfrey, GA, to the late, George Burris Folds, Sr. & the late, Carrie Cleo Hutchens Folds. Mr. Folds was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Thomason Folds and son, Michael B. Folds. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Folds was a truck driver for 35 years for Motor Convoy, which later became Allied Services. He was a member of Pumpkinvine Baptist Church. Survivors include his son & daughter-in-law, George Larr

Melva Louise Emory, age 61, of Villa Rica, GA, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2011. The daughter of the late, William Edward Garries and the late, Thelma Louise Garries, she was born in Atlanta, GA, September 3, 1949. Mrs. Emory was preceded in death by her sister & brother-in-law, Audrey & Roy Austin. She was an Optician for more than 38 years, and worked most recently for Sam’s Club in Hiram, GA. She was a member of Cochran Ridge Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 44 years, Larry Emory; sons & daughter-in-law, James Herbert Emory of Villa Rica, GA and E

Lois Smith, age 76, of Dallas, GA, passed away Sunday, February 13, 2011. The daughter of the late, Pete & Elbertie Bone, she was born September 6, 1934, in Dallas, GA and was also preceded in death by her husband, Edward Smith, son, Robert Sullivan, daughter, Shirley Sullivan and sister, Mary Lee Miller. She attended The Lords House Church in Dallas. Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Jean Smith of Dallas, GA; brothers & sisters-in-law, Robert & Jean Bone of Dallas, GA and Billy & Barbara Bone of Dallas, GA; sisters & brother-in-law, Vera Jo Croley of Villa Ri

Larry Frank Hammond, age 57, of Lithia Springs, passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2011. He was born on May 24, 1953, in Austell, GA, to the late Toy Eugene & Wylene Hammond. Mr. Hammond was a veteran of the United States Army and was employed as a truck driver. Survivors include, wife, Darlene Hammond of Lithia Springs; sons, Larry Hammond of Douglasville, and Cliff Hammond of Douglasville; daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth & Phillip Clifton of Douglasville; brothers, Gene & Tina Hammond of Palmetto, and Wayne & Delana Hammond of Carrollton; eleven grandchildren, sev

James “Jim” Richard Morris, age 73, of Dallas, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2011. He was born on October 23, 1937, in Dallas, GA, to the late Oran & Evelyn Morris. Mr. Morris was a veteran of the United States Navy and worked as a building contractor with JRM Properties. Survivors include, wife, Joyce Morris of Dallas; sons and daughter-in-law, Jeff & Tracy Durham of Rockmart, and Johnny Blair of Douglasville; daughters and son-in-law, Lisa Barber of Dallas and Lori & Lance Rakestraw of Hiram; brothers and sister-in-law, Tom Morris of Dallas, and Larry & Janie Mo

Jodie Dean Evans, age 38, of Muscadine, AL, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2011. She was born on September 4, 1972, in Atlanta, GA, to late Beth Ann Dacus. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church and worked as a substitute teacher. Survivors include, husband, John Evans of Muscadine, AL; sons, John Robert Evans, David “Tyler” Evans, Austin Evans and John Alexander Evans of Muscadine, AL; sister and brother-in-law, Margaret & Everardo Paz of Riverdale. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011, at 3 p.m., from Clark Funeral Home Chapel, with Reverend B

Ralph Thomas Austin, age 84, of Dallas, GA, passed away Friday, February 11, 2011. He was born April 3, 1926, in Dallas, GA, and was preceded in death by his father, Noah Ralph Austin, mother, Eunice Barber Austin and sister, Alta Shipp. Mr. Austin was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Merchant Marines. He worked for Atlantic Steel for 30 years as a crane operator and was a member of New Georgia Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Thelma Mitchell Austin; son, Rick Austin of Dallas, GA; daughter & son-in-law, Joan & Charles Agricola of Mableton, GA;

Casey J McBryde, age 38, of Dallas, GA, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011. The son of Leon & Linda McBryde, he was born in Fayetteville, NC, on February 7, 1973. Casey attended James River High School in Buchanan, VA and was a 1998 graduate of Georgia Tech, with a degree in Engineering. He worked for P. E. T. Terra Systems for 6 years as a mechanical engineer. Casey loved his 1969 Ford Bronco and his dog “Bandit”. He was a member of West Ridge Church. Survivors include his wife, Wendy Anderson McBryde; sons, Ty McBryde of Dallas, GA and Cooper “Zipper” McBryde of Dallas,

Ashley Elwood Brown, Jr., age 83, of Douglasville, GA, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011. He was born in Donalsonville, GA, June 10, 1927, and was preceded in death by father, Ashley Elwood Brown, Sr., mother, Mattie Lou Bush Brown, and wife, Natherlena McCall Brown. Mr. Brown served in the U. S. Navy. He worked for the Bradford County Florida Sheriff’s Department and was a truck driver for the Whitaker Oil Company. Mr. Brown was a member of Bethel Chapel in Mableton, GA. Survivors include his son & daughter-in-law, Michael & Donna Brown of Douglasville, GA; daughters

Frances Stoothoff, age 46, of Newborn, GA, passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2011. She was born October 16, 1964, in Columbus, GA, to Charles E. Todd, Sr. & the late, Bessie Mae Williams Todd. Mrs. Stoothoff worked for Publix Supermarkets as a price coordinator. Survivors include her husband, James Harry Stoothoff; sons, Bradley Stoothoff of Newborn, GA and Cody Stoothoff of Newborn, GA; father, Charles E. Todd, Sr. of Cadwell, GA; sister & brother-in-law, Sarah Ann Wright & husband, Darrell of Acworth, GA; brother & sister-in-law, John Alan Todd & wife, Wyonna of

Shirley Ruth Voytik, age 85, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away Monday, February 7, 2011. She was born December 16, 1925, in Glen Campbell, PA, and was preceded in death by her parents, William & Martha Gardner and her husband, Joseph Voytik. Survivors include her sons & daughters-in-law, Thomas & Beverly Amon of Rocky Face, GA and David & Theresa Amon of Nevada; daughters & sons-in-law, Martha & George Gaydos of Powder Springs, GA and Barbara & Jack Reed of Greenville, PA; brothers & sisters-in-law, Bill Gardner of Drums, PA, David & Mona Lee Ga

Judith Ann Steele Davis, age 65, of Dallas, GA, passed away Monday, February 7, 2011. The daughter of John R. & Frances M. Steele, II, she was born, March 16, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois. Survivors include her daughters, Beverly Beasley of Dallas, GA and Kimberly Davis of Tampa, FL; parents, John R. & Frances M. Steele, II of Sarasota, FL; brother, John R. Steele, III of Olive Branch, MS; grandchildren, James Davis, Jessica Carlton, Megan Carlton and Davis Beasley; and great-grandchild, Noah Westbrook. Per her wishes, the body was cremated and no services are planned. Clar

Martha Rakestraw, age 85, of Powder Springs, passed away on Friday, February 4, 2011. She was born on April 4, 1925, in Rockmart, to the late Charlie and Della Coker and was preceded in death by her husband, Reverend Lloyd Rakestraw. Mrs. Rakestraw worked as a beautician and was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Survivors include, son and daughter-in-law, Tommy and Linda Rakestraw of Powder Springs; brothers, Ed Coker of Cedartown, and Howard Coker of Dallas; granddaughter, Monica & Andy Tanner of Dallas; great-grandson, Cole Tanner of Dallas; several nieces and nephews. Fu

Evan Cooper Higdon, infant son of Brian & Ashley Higdon, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2011. He was born January 24, 2011, in Austell, GA. Survivors include his parents, Brian & Ashley Higdon of Hiram, GA; brother, Dylan Trey Higdon of Hiram, GA; sister, Cierra Celest Pearl Higdon of Hiram, GA; grandparents, Gary & Tammy Burns of Hiram, GA and Pearl Prater of Orlando, FL; great-grandparents, Elton Ray & Lilla Mae Martin of Acworth, GA. A memorial service will be Monday, February 7, 2011, at 5:00 PM, from Clark Funeral Home, with Pastor Jeff Winburn officiating.

Yvonne Milling Edwards, age 71, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2011. She was born on January 20, 1940, in Guyana, South America, to the late Joseph and Baby Milling. Ms. Edwards was the second oldest of seven and was the matriarch of her family. She lived a life providing unconditional love, not only to her children, but everyone she encountered. Ms. Edwards was a Home Health Aide for 21 years. Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Winston Ismond of Hiram, GA, Louie & Candace Ismond of Guyana, South America, and Wilton & Roxana Leach of Fallsburg,

Joshua Josh Wayne Bruner, age 33, of Ravenel, South Carolina (formerly of Hiram, GA), passed away Sunday, January 30, 2011. The son of, Eric Wayne Bruner & LaNette M. Bruner, he was born in Lithia Springs, GA, June 29, 1977. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Hubert Morgan. Josh was a Shriner and a member of the Omar Temple Hillbilly Clan #82 in Mt. Pleasant, SC. He was also a Mason with the James Island South Carolina Masonic Lodge. Josh was a chef at The Tomato Shed Cafe in Johns Island, SC. Survivors include his parents, Eric Wayne Bruner & LaNette M. Bruner

Ethel Elizabeth Bell, age 95, of Hiram, GA, passed away Friday, January 28, 2011. The daughter of the late, William Jefferson Pittman and the late, Avah Lowrance Pittman, she was born October 16, 1915, in Atlanta, GA. Mrs. Bell was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Lee Bell, Sr., son, Fred Lee Bell, Jr., grandson, Clint Moseley, great-grandson, Alan Briard and sister, Katherine Green. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her sons, Ronald David Bell of Hiram, GA, and George Edward Bell of Hiram, GA; daughter, Vera Davis of Hiram, GA; sister, Myrtle Gazaway

Roger Lee Davidson, age 63, of Cedartown, passed away on Friday, January 28, 2011. He was born on May 1, 1947, in Springfield, TN, and was preceded in death by his father, Jessie Lee Davidson, brothers, Paul Davidson and Ray Davidson. Mr. Davidson was a member of the First Baptist Church of Covington and was self-employed as a carpet installer. Survivors include wife, Deborah Ann Davidson of Cedartown; sons and daughter-in-law, Roger Lee Davidson of GA, Daniel John Davidson of Michigan, Rodney and Jennifer Davidson of GA, Melvin Talley of GA, and Kevin Talley of GA; daughters and sons-in

Sarah Voyles Shipp, age 83, of Mableton, GA, passed away Monday, January 17, 2011. She was born August 21, 1927, in Dallas, GA, to the late Ephriam L. Voyles and the late, Pearlie C. Voyles. Mrs. Shipp was a homemaker and a member of Mableton First Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Joseph Romaine J. R. Shipp of Mableton, GA; son, David Shipp of Mableton, GA; daughter & son-in-law, Sherry & Levon Mulkey of Rydal, GA; brother & sister-in-law, Lamar & Mary Voyles of Powder Springs, GA; grandchildren, Melinda Diane Shipp Roberts & husband, Marque and Dougla

Richard Alan Kilgore, age 46, of Marietta, GA, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2011. He was born October 3, 1964, in Marietta, GA, to Manley K. & Nita Kilgore. Survivors include his daughter, Kaity Kilgore of Acworth, GA; step-daughter, Ryki Wulff of Acworth, GA; parents, Manley K. & Nita Kilgore of Marietta, GA; brothers & sister-in-law, Thomas Edward Kilgore of Acworth, GA and Jimmy R. Turner & wife, Tammy Lynn of Orlando, FL; sister & brother-in-law, Debbie S. Rogers & husband, John of Marietta, GA; two step-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral s

Betty Nanny Long Booker, age 72, of Powder Springs, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2011. She was born on August 27, 1938, in Eatonton, GA, to the late Solon and Nellie Mae Long, and was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Papa Jack Booker, and sisters, Mildred Hughes and Diann Lovelady. Mrs. Booker worked at Cobb County Water System in payroll for over 20 years and was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include, son and daughter-in-law, Marty & Teresa Booker of Dallas; daughters and sons-in-law, Pamela & Greg Youra of Marietta, and Jaci & Keith Hardy o

James Franklin Dean, Sr., age 51, of Hiram, GA, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2011. He was born December 29, 1959, in Atlanta, GA, and was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Eugene Dean & Beatrice Dean; brothers, Jerry Johnson and Edward Eugene “Buck” Dean, Jr. Mr. Dean worked for Domino’s Pizza and was a member of East Hiram Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Joni Dean; son, James Franklin Dean, Jr. of Hiram, GA; sisters & brother-in-law, Barbara & Reggie Jackson of Hiram, GA and Vickey Stephens of Marietta, GA. Funeral services will be Friday, Jan

Dr. Dan F. Sewell, age 51, of Griffin, GA, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2011. He was born, July 25, 1959, in Atlanta, GA, to Don F. & Evelyn M. Sewell. Dr. Sewell graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1977. Dan and both of his brothers were all Eagle Scouts. He received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1985 from the University of Georgia and founded Fairview Animal Hospital. He then graduated from Augusta Medical College with a Physicians Assistant degree and worked for Dr. John Findley at South Metro Bone & Joint. He spent his life helping people and animals

Lamar Fannin, age 61, of Hiram, GA, passed away Monday, January 17, 2011. He was born in Villa Rica, GA, September 7, 1949, to Kathleen Fannin and the late, James Herbert Fannin. Mr. Fannin had worked as a landscaper. Survivors include his mother, Kathleen Fannin of Hiram, GA; brothers, Bill Fannin of Dallas, GA, Jerry Fannin of Douglasville, GA and Joe Fannin of Dallas, GA; sisters & brothers-in-law, Kay & Eddie Barker of Hiram, GA and Bonnie & Tim White of Temple, GA; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 19, 2011, at 2:00 PM, from