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Breanna Paige Boswell

Breanna Paige Boswell

Feb 4, 2025

Breanna Paige Boswell, age 28 of Sugar Valley, GA, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at AdventHealth Gordon. 

Breanna was born on April 26, 1996 in Gordon County, GA, the daughter of Lisa Machel Dills Callaway and Gordon Callaway. Breanna was known for her love of crocheting, music, and gaming. She cherished the time spent with her daughter and family,...

Thomas Edward Healy

Thomas Edward Healy

Feb 3, 2025

Thomas Edward Healy, age 68, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Wellstar Cobb Medical Center. 

 Tom was born in Savannah, Ga, on August 7, 1956, to the late Thomas Francis Healy Jr. and Jerolene Sikes Healy. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife, Paulina Jean Healy. Tom was dedicated in his business...

Lawrence E. Smith

Lawrence E. Smith

Feb 1, 2025

Mr. Lawrence Edward Smith, 72, passed away peacefully at his home on February 1, 2025.

He was born on January 14, 1953, in Adairsville, GA, to the late Louise and Bradley Smith.Edward was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Edward retired in 2001 from Northwest Georgia Paving in Calhoun, GA. After his retirement, he enjoyed traveling and making memories with...

Mary Frances Higgins

Mary Frances Higgins

Jan 31, 2025

Mrs. Mary Frances Higgins, age 80 of Calhoun, Ga., passed away on Friday, January 31st, 2025, at her residence. 

Mrs. Higgins was born in Resaca, Ga., on February 10th, 1944, to the late John David Smith and Opal Greeson Smith. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, C.M. Higgins; son, Len Shadrick; four brothers, Charles,...

Monnie Lee Brookshire Kirby

Monnie Lee Brookshire Kirby

Jan 30, 2025

Monnie Lee Brookshire Kirby, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 30, 2025, at the age of 94. Born at home in Gordon County on November 17, 1930, to Rev. Hershel Brookshire and Maudie Ralston Brookshire. Monnie was one of ten children in a lively and loving family.

She married Henry Jackson Kirby, and together they raised two...

Johnny Ray Elliott

Johnny Ray Elliott

Jan 26, 2025

Johnny Ray Elliott, a loving father, husband, and dedicated community member, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on April 15, 1947, in Dalton, Georgia. Johnny was the son of Thurman B. Elliott, Sr., and Laura Helen Roe Elliott. He grew up as one of 10 children in a large, close-knit family, fostering deep bonds...

Cathy Lee Maeger Jones

Cathy Lee Maeger Jones

Jan 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cathy Lee Maeger Jones, age 71, of Gadsden, Alabama, who passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025. Cathy was born on November 30, 1953, in Marietta, Georgia, to Tommy Lee Maeger and Catherine Clark Walraven. She grew up surrounded by a loving, close-knit family, including her siblings: Vickie Grimes,...

Rachel Ray Miller

Rachel Ray Miller

Jan 24, 2025

Rachel Ray Miller, age 84 of Plainville, GA, passed away on January 24, 2025, at Morning Pointe Assisted Living.

She was born on October 8, 1940, daughter of the late Charles Robert Ray and Maudie Harris Ray. In addition to her parents, Rachel was also preceded in death by her husband Jack Miller; two brothers, Charles Ray and Jim Ray; and...

Larry Douglas "Doug" Morgan Jr.

Larry Douglas "Doug" Morgan Jr.

Jan 23, 2025

Larry Douglas “Doug” Morgan, Jr.

August 19, 1964 – January 23, 2025

 After a courageous 16-month battle with cancer, Larry Douglas “Doug” Morgan, Jr. (60), of Advance, North Carolina, died at home on January 23, 2025. He was born in Dalton, Georgia, on August 19, 1964 to Sue Gailey Morgan and Larry Morgan. Doug moved to Resaca in 1970, where he was...

Earle Atwood Brewer

Earle Atwood Brewer

Jan 23, 2025

Mr. Earle Atwood Brewer, age 90 of Sugar Valley, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Cartersville Center for Nursing & Healing.

Mr. Brewer was born in Keene, New Hampshire on October 20,1934, to George Weldon Brewer and Carrie Muriel Atwood Brewer. 

Mr. Brewer dedicated over 40 years of his life as a Biology & Chemistry Professor. He taught at Adventist...

William Hamilton "Bill" All, III

William Hamilton "Bill" All, III

Jan 23, 2025

William Hamilton All, III (“Bill”) passed away on January 23, 2025 at the age of 91, leaving behind a

legacy of love, service, and accomplishment.

Bill was born in Charlotte, NC, and grew up in Nashville and Memphis, TN. After graduating from high

school, he attended Georgia Tech on a Navy ROTC scholarship, where he served as president of the

Georgia Tech Student YMCA....

Carol Ann Murphy

Carol Ann Murphy

Jan 22, 2025

Carol Ann Lesniewski Murphy, 80 years old, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, passed away on January 22, 2025 in the loving arms of her family.She was born in Gallitzin, Pennsylvania on August 28, 1944 to Helen Fliss Lesniewski and Leo J. Lesniewski. She grew up in Akron, Ohio and graduated early at the age of 16 in 1961 with honors from...

Raymond Lee "Ray" Mullins

Raymond Lee "Ray" Mullins

Jan 21, 2025

Raymond Lee “Ray” Mullins, age 61 of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. 

Ray was born on December 14, 1963 in Chicago, IL, the son of the late Elmer Mullins and Marilynn Sedlin Mullins. He was the owner and operator of TBC Trucking. Ray enjoyed watching Fox News, NFL, and NASCAR.

Ray is survived by: his three children, Cody...

William S. "Buddy" Autry

William S. "Buddy" Autry

Jan 20, 2025

William S. “Buddy” Autry, age 85 of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Gordon Health and Rehabilitation following several years of declining health.

Buddy was born on October 6, 1939 in Plainville, GA, the son of the late Harold and Cora Newton Autry. Buddy was a graduate of Calhoun High School and a member of the Class...

Kayla Jo Nicole Dutton

Kayla Jo Nicole Dutton

Jan 17, 2025

Kayla Jo Nicole Dutton, age 29, tragically passed away on January 17, 2025, in a car accident alongside her beloved sister, Lisa Ooten. Born on May 22, 1995, in Calhoun, Georgia, Kayla Jo was the daughter of Victor “Pat” Dutton and Donna Carol Manis Dutton. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend, known for her vibrant spirit and...

Lisa Kay Ooten

Lisa Kay Ooten

Jan 17, 2025

Lisa Kay Ooten, age 30, tragically passed away on January 17, 2025, in a car accident alongside her beloved sister, Kayla Jo Nicole Dutton. Born on January 29, 1994, in Calhoun, Georgia, Lisa was the daughter of Jimmy Brackett II and Jodi Ooten. She was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend, whose love for her family and her joyful...

Patricia Jean Hilgeman

Patricia Jean Hilgeman

Jan 16, 2025

Patricia Jean Hilgeman, age 69, of Resaca, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025.

Patricia was born on March 28, 1955, in Forrest Park, GA, the daughter of the late James Howard Jones and Dessie "Bobbie" Hester Jones. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, James "Jimbo" Jones. 

Patricia worked as the Office Manager...

Billy Van Hensley

Billy Van Hensley

Jan 15, 2025

Billy Van Hensley, a beloved member of his community, passed away on January 15, 2025, at Morning Pointe Assisted Living. He was born on August 5, 1935, in Hill City, GA.

Billy dedicated many years of his life the textile industry at Dixie Bell, where he skillfully mixed chemicals for carpet production. His strong work ethic was evident, as he proudly...

Dr. Verne Fredrick Newhouse

Dr. Verne Fredrick Newhouse

Jan 12, 2025

Dr. Verne Fredrick Newhouse, a beloved father, grandfather, and accomplished entomologist, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, at the age of 94.

Born on May 7, 1930, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Dr. Newhouse was the son of Verne B. Newhouse and Elma Lillian Banks. He was the cherished brother of Marjorie Merjanian and Caroline Elizabeth Williams.

Dr. Newhouse’s life was a testament...

Jane Priscilla Cochran

Jane Priscilla Cochran

Jan 8, 2025

Jane Priscilla Cochran, 87, of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. She was born on August 13, 1937, in Clarkston, GA. She was the daughter of Joseph E. Goldsmith, Sr. and Carolyn Goldsmith. She was the younger sister of Joseph E. Goldsmith, Jr.

 She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Larry W. Cochran, sons Mark W....

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