Rembert C. Shope

Rembert C. Shope, age 89 of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at his residence.

Rembert was born on February 15, 1932 in Gordon County, GA, son of the late Lee Shope and Kate Wyatt Shope. In addition to his parents, Rembert was also preceded in death by: his wife, Linda Allgood Shope; and two sisters, Pauline England and Ruby Jo Lance. Rembert was a lifetime resident of Gordon County, GA and attended Red Bud Schools. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. Rembert enjoyed playing guitar and often would play for benefits and gatherings.

Rembert is survived by: two sisters, Carolyn Sloan and Leona Pankey; special caregivers, nephew, Tommy Sloan and niece, Melba Sisson; and additional nephews and nieces also survive.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 13, 2021 from 5 PM until 7 PM at Thomas Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday, May 14, 2021 at 2 PM from the Chapel of Thomas Funeral Home with Reverend James Shope and Kathy McDougle officiating. Interment will follow in Haven of Rest Cemetery with Reverend Stanley Woody in charge of graveside rites and the Dalton American Legion providing military honors.

Pallbearers serving include: Randy Pullum, Kenneth Sisson, Larry England, Carl England, JR, Blaine Hensley, and Dan Taylor.

You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Rembert C. Shope.