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Geneva Mae Wix, age 75 of Dallas, GA passed away on April 6, 2018. She was retired from A&P Grocery as a cashier for 28 years, a member of Zion View Baptist in Mableton, GA, who loved her family and friends and saying “Hey, Darlin’. She was preceded in death by her parents; Jess and Beulah Russell Durmire, brothers Ellis Durmire and Huellon Durmire, sisters, Marie Johnson, an infant sister and her husband, Albert Raymond Wix. Survivors include her children; Michael Wayne and Tina Wix of Powder Springs, GA, Valerie Jane and Reuben Moore of Raleigh, NC, Jeffrey and Diana Wix of Dal

Dorothy Arnold Ellis, age 88, of Temple, GA (Paulding Co), passed away peacefully at her residence, on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. She was born on June 22, 1929, in Powder Springs, GA, to the late James Pinkney Arnold & Lucy Clonts Arnold. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Charles Eugene Ellis; brother & sister-in-law, Lowell & Gertie Arnold; sister & brother-in-law, Helen & Othel Duren; sister & brother-in-law, Ruby & Mac McCullough. She served in the Navy for several years, which is where she met her husband, Chuck. Mrs.

Martha Jane Hunter, age 78, of Hiram, GA, passed away on April 2, 2018. She was born on November 1, 1939 in Atlanta, GA, to the late Marvin & Martha Elizabeth Fambrough, and was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Hunter. Mrs. Hunter was a Charter Member of Revival Baptist Church for 40 years and was the church pianist. Survivors include her son, Mark & Cindy Hunter of Hiram, GA; daughter, Mandy Deloach of Hiram, GA; grandchildren, Elizabeth Rolader, Brittany Black, Miranda Deloach, Michelle & John Gentry, Meghan & Deven Rush, Kelli Cross and Nick Curtis; great-g

Dorothy “Dot” Gordon, age 70, of Hiram, GA, passed away on March 28, 2018. She was born on May 9, 1947, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Richard Lee & Emily Imogene Gordon, SR, and was preceded in death by her brother, Rickard “Ricky” L. Gordon, JR. Ms. Gordon worked as a secretary for Wellstar Cobb Hospital for 15 years and was a member of Mableton First Baptist Church. Dot loved her family, enjoyed playing cards and worked with the DEA and GSA. Survivors include her brother, Olin & Faye Gordon of Winston, GA; sister, Carolyn Gordon of Hiram, GA; nieces, Mandy Gordon and Felicia Ha

David Brent Anagnostis, age 59, of Lilburn, GA., passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. He was born on August 15, 1958 in Gadsden, AL. Mr. Anagnostis was a supervisor for Oldcastle Enclosure Solutions. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Steven Anagnostis. Survivors include his soulmate, Donna Raper of Lilburn, GA., daughter, Cassandra Tarvin of Boaz, AL., Step-son,Joy Liston of Marietta, GA., mother, Charlet P. Anagnostis of Dallas, GA., brother, Robert Anagnostis of Mableton, GA., Sister, Tia and Greg Brumbelow of Rockmart, GA., and two grandchildren; Zackery Tarvin and Shauna

June Austin Bone, age 89, of Dallas, GA., passed away on March 27, 2018. She was born on July 18, 1928 in Dallas, GA., to the late Noah and Eunice Austin. Ms. Bone owned a Credit Bureau in Austell, GA., and was a member of Corner Baptist Church in Cobb County. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lawson R. Palmer, her parents, brother, Ralph Austin, sister, Alta Shipp, and her two sons; Jimmy Palmer and Marvin Bone. Survivors include her son, Ottis Jr. and Shelbia Bone of Dallas, GA., brother, Starling and Linda Austin of Toccoa, GA., two sisters; Elaine Gibson of Powder Springs, GA., B

Diane Karen Engler, age 67, of Hiram, GA., passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. She was born on March 6, 1951 in Allentown, PA., to the late Lawrence and Ruth Giancarlo. She worked as a cashier for Home Depot. She is preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her four sons; Michael and Marsha Deitz of Goodletsville, TN., Bill Dietz of Hiram, GA., Ricky Engler of Hiram, GA., Greg Engler of Rockmart, GA., brother, Ron and June Giancarlo of Kansas, sister, Annie Giancarlo of Pennsylvania, her five grandchildren Deanna Deitz of Ashland City, TN., Michael Deitz of Ashland City,

Tony Ray Portwood, age 66 of Powder Springs, GA (Paulding County) passed away at his residence on Saturday, March 24, 2018. He was a heavy equipment operator who loved his work along with hunting, fishing and was affectionately known as “Papa Tony” to his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Randall Portwood and daughter, Rebecca Portwood Munter. Survivors include his wife, Louann Portwood of Powder Springs, GA; son, Nicky Portwood and fiancé, Sharon Garner of Thomaston, GA and son and daughter-in-law, Donny and Wendy Portwood of Douglasville, GA; parents, Leonard R

Margie Shipp Rainey, age 89, of Dallas, GA, passed away on March 19, 2018. She was born on August 13, 1928, in Dallas, GA, to the late William & Myrtis Gamel, and was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Rob Murphy and grandson, Matthew Murphy. Mrs. Rainey retired from Kentucky Fried Chicken as a manager with 42 years of service and was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. Survivors include husband of 50 years, Owen Rainey of Dallas, GA; children, Linda & Douglas Womack of Dallas, GA, Randy & Patricia Shipp of Dallas, GA, Ricky & Cathy Shipp of Villa Rica, GA, and De

Bob Weston, age 75, of Kennesaw, GA, passed away on March 18, 2018. He was born on October 28, 1942, in Oakland, CA, to the late Herbert Weston and Mary Catherine Mantey, and was preceded in death by his brother, James Herbert Weston. Mr. Weston was a retired United States Navy Veteran serving 22 years during the Vietnam War, he also retired from Lockheed Martin with 10 years of service as a Logistics Engineer, and was a member of the Submarine Veterans Association. Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Diane Weston of Kennesaw, GA; son, Scott & Audrey Weston of Preston, CT; daught

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Eileen Ruby Parson, age 75, of Austell, GA., passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2018. She was born on January 19, 1943 in Ellijay, GA., to the late Reed Wimpey and Thelma Gammel. Mrs. Parson worked as a homemaker and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Powder Springs, GA. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 59 years, Charles Edward Parson. Survivors include her son, Steve and Stacey Parson of Villa Rica, GA., daughter, Leisa and Willie Cantrell of Douglasville, GA., brother, Paul Wimpey of Marietta, GA., Sister, Joan and Dan Lacey of Marietta, GA., four gr

Gene Stephens, age 88, of Ellijay, GA., passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2018. He was born on October 23, 1929 in Mableton, GA., to the late William and Annie Stephens. Mr. Stephens served in the Army and worked for Brinks Security Service. He was a beloved husband, loved to travel and was a member of Leland Masonic Lodge # 12. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers; Pete and Jack Stephens, and four sisters; Lillian Dickerson, Joann Stephens, Doris Elizabeth, and Duren Stephens. Survivors include his wife of 16 years; Jeanette Cole of Temple, GA., and his sister, Shirley McK

Malcolm Claud Prater, age 77 of Dallas, GA passed away at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital on Friday, March 9, 2018. He was retired as a Drywall Finisher and a member of Unity Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; Jessie and Edna Foy Prater; sisters, Elna Crowe and Melba Prater; brothers, Lewis Prater, Ozell Prater, Valdor Prater and Talmadge Prater and wife, Kathryn Crooke Prater. Survivors include his daughters and son-in-law, Charlyn Prater of Decatur, GA; LeeAnn and Eric Benson of Dallas, GA; sister, Myrtle Vaughn of Huntsville, AL; three granddaughters, Brittany

Bette Evett Brown, age 82, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. She was born on May 8, 1935, in Aragon, GA, to the late Grady & Sarah Ellen Coats Evett, and was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Brown, brother, Harold Evett, sister, Sandra Williams and grandson, Trey Brown. Mrs. Brown retired from Southwire after 25 years of service as an accounting clerk and was a member of First United Methodist Church of Dallas. Survivors include her son, Don & Lisa Brown of Hiram, GA; daughter, Vikki Brown Garmon of Dallas; brother, Mark & Angela Evett of Dallas, GA;

Ron Maynard, age 68, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018. He was born on December 15, 1949, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Horace & Lillian Maynard, and was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Maynard. Ron was a proud United States Army Veteran and worked at Print Pack for over 33 years. Survivors include, Melody Maynard; sons, Eric & Tonya Maynard of Villa Rica, GA, Michael & Kelly Maynard of Douglasville, GA, Lewis & Audrey Brookshire of Dallas, GA, Mike & Natalie Brookshire of Dallas, GA, and Stacey Brookshire of Hiram, GA; sisters, Rebecca & Jimmy

Jimmy Freeman, age 73, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018. He was born on June 27, 1944, in Dallas, GA, to the late Homer & Bessie Mae Freeman, and was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Omer & Janell Freeman and J.C. & Margaret Freeman; and sisters, Sonia Johns and Tunie Johns. Mr. Freeman was a United States Army Veteran and was self-employed as a painter for over 40 years. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Dianne Freeman of Dallas, GA; sons, Jeff & Jill Freeman of Dallas, GA, and Jason & Laura Freeman of Dallas, GA; brot

Elvira T. Folsom, age 77, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. She was born on March 18, 1940, in Grand Saline, TX, to the late Douglas & Willie Tharp. Ms. Folsom retired from Swell Plastics and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Survivors include her children, Deborah & Rodrick Cosper of Marietta, GA, Katherine & Cory Lyda of Powder Springs, Doyal Folsom of Dallas, GA, and Lee Jackson of Locust Grove, GA; grandchildren, Mona Palmer, Shane & Tasha Lyda, Colby Lyda, Tory Folsom, Ryan Luke Folsom, Tyler & Mirandi Robertson, Blake &

Wayne A. Tibbitts, age 68 of Dallas, GA passed away on Friday, February 23, 2018 at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Wesley Rakestraw. He was a lifelong resident of Paulding County and local land developer and builder. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Russ and Angie Tibbitts of Dallas, GA; fiancé of 15 years, Leslie Smith of Hiram, GA; mother and father, Joe and Ann Tibbitts of Dallas, GA; sisters and brothers-in-law, Karen and Lee Proctor of Dallas, GA, Sharon and Dean Morgan of Rockmart, GA, Sherry and Wayne Barber of Dallas,

Pastor Wayne Landmon, age 70, of Dallas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2018. He was born on April 1, 1947, in Dallas, GA, to the late James William & Dorothy Landmon, and was preceded in death by his sister, Annette Mote. Pastor Landmon was a pastor for over 40 years and was a member of Crossroads Full Gospel Church. Survivors include wife of 52 years, Brenda Landmon of Dallas, GA; sons, Tim & Penny Landmon of Buchanan, GA, and Waymon Landmon of Dallas, GA; sisters, Louise Pack of Dallas, GA, and Vicki Landmon of Dallas, GA; grandchildren, Brittney & Heath McBrayer o

Ricky Lee Askew, age 68, of Smyrna, GA., passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2018. He was born on September 12, 1949 in Atlanta, GA., to the late Lee and Mildred Askew. He went to Georgia State University where he received his Master’s Degree in history. Survivors include his cousin, Sonny Jr. and Nancy Aiken of Dallas, GA. A graveside service for Mr. Askew will be held on Monday, February 19, 2018, at 11:00 AM from Westview Cemetery with Mr. Sonny Aiken officiating. To send condolences to the family, please visit our website at www.samclarkfuneralhome.com

Carl G. Johnson, age 88, of Dallas, GA., passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018. He was born in Chicago, IL., on December 15, 1929 to the late Carl and Thelma Johnson. Mr. Johnson was retired from Southern Bell where he worked as a circuit layout assigner for 34 years. He served in the Korean War and was of Lutheran faith. He married the love of his life, Mrs. Dixie Lee Johnson in Chicago, IL., on September 10, 1955. Everyone that knew him would tell you he was full of life and never met a stranger. Mr. Johnson is preceded in death by his loving wife, Dixie Johnson, his parents, daughter, Kr

Reverend Billy Wheeler, age 78, of Dallas, GA., passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018. He was born on July 22, 1939 to the late Buren and Verdie Wheeler. Mr. Wheeler was a member of Pine Ridge Baptist Church and served the community as a Minister for many years. He was retired from Americold Logistics. He was a loving, devoted, husband, father and friend. He is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Corrie Ann Wheeler, his parents, 3 sisters; Imogene Craton, Hazel Jones, Margaret Freeman and 2 grandsons; Adam Lee Henry and Brandon Thomason. Survivors include his son, Craig (Trina) W

Berdene S. Wilson, age 79, of Hiram, GA, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. She was born on November 5, 1938, in Robbinsville, NC, to the late Porter William & Colleen Jenkins Sawyer. Ms. Wilson was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church and retired from Kennestone Hospital as a nurse after 40 years of service. Survivors include her daughter, Marsha & Bryan Jones of Hiram, GA; sisters, Dorothy & Bob Jackson of Roanoke, VA, and Carolyn & Rick Blethen of Dallas, GA; grandchildren, Jessy & Morgan Atcheson, Ashley Jones, Brent & Kierston Jones and Brett J

Harry Edward Fowler, age 72 of Dallas, GA passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 10, 2018. He was born on October 17, 1945, in Atlanta, GA, and graduated from Dallas High School, Class of 1963, then attended Nashville Auto-Diesel College. He retired from Sears Roebuck and Company after more than 30 years of service and was a member of New Canaan Baptist Church. Harry will always be remembered for his love of family, camping, socializing, sleeping in his recliner and talking on the phone. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward R. and Mae Bell Fowler; brother and siste