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Wanda Sue Thomas Edwards

Wanda Sue Thomas Edwards

Oct 21, 2023

Wanda Sue Thomas Edwards, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 21, 2023. Born on May 4, 1950, in Calhoun, GA, Sue brought joy and laughter to the lives she touched during her time on this Earth. Her passing has left a void in the hearts of all who knew her.Sue a led an admirable life as...

Ivan Thomas Taylor

Ivan Thomas Taylor

Oct 19, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ivan Thomas Taylor, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. He peacefully left this world on October 19, 2023, at Redmond Hospital in Rome, Georgia.Born on January 8, 1941, Ivan led a life filled with purpose and love. He dedicated his career to the food industry, working as a...

Doris Maxine Burns

Doris Maxine Burns

Oct 19, 2023

Doris Burns, 87 years old, from Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on October 19, 2023, following declining health. She was born to the late Auburn "Cap" and Bonnie Clark on September 14, 1936, in Gordon County.

She worked in many restaurants around Calhoun and ran a twister at Astro Dye. Doris was the rock, heart, and soul of her family and...

Gary Billy Cox

Gary Billy Cox

Oct 17, 2023

Gary Billy Cox, a cherished family member known for his love of music, reading, and enjoying the simple pleasures of life, passed away on October 17, 2023, in LaFayette, Georgia. Born on April 3, 1958, Gary's life was a testimony to the beauty found in everyday life. From an early age, Gary displayed a profound appreciation for music. Whether it...

Roanna Davis Day

Roanna Davis Day

Oct 17, 2023

Roanna Davis Day, age 72 of Resaca, GA, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at her residence.

 

Roanna was born on April 15, 1951 in Gordon County, GA, daughter of the late John Oscar Davis and Syble Redwine Davis. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Tim Davis. She was a...

Suvera Stanfield Clark

Suvera Stanfield Clark

Oct 17, 2023

Suvera Stanfield Clark, 89, a beloved member of the community, passed away Tuesday October 17th in AdventHealth Gordon. Suvera was born on November 24, 1933, in Gordon County. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.Suvera was a woman of many talents and accomplishments. She graduated from Red Bud High School and went on to establish her successful...

Beverly Paulette Woodward

Beverly Paulette Woodward

Oct 15, 2023

Beverly Paulette Woodward, a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, has passed away at the age of 73. Born on October 11th, 1950 in Gastonia, North Carolina, Beverly's life was marked by her dedication to both her faith and her family.Beverly found deep fulfillment through her involvement in the Church of Jesus Christ of...

Avise Allen

Avise Allen

Oct 12, 2023

Avise Allen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 12, 2023, in Calhoun, Georgia at the age of 76. He was born on April 20, 1947, in Cullman, Alabama. Avise will be deeply missed by all who knew him.Avise had a passion for the outdoors and enjoyed activities such as hunting and gardening. He had a...

Johnnie Mae Johnson

Johnnie Mae Johnson

Oct 11, 2023

Johnnie Mae King Johnson, 88, died peacefully in her beloved Atlanta home on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, following several years of declining health.   Born in Gordon County, Georgia, on July 17, 1935, to John H. and Jennie Mae Thomas King, she enjoyed an idyllic childhood on her family’s farm alongside her siblings. She graduated from Sugar Valley High School,...

William (Billy) Lamar Thomas

William (Billy) Lamar Thomas

Oct 4, 2023

 

William Lamar Thomas, known affectionately as Billy, passed away peacefully at his home on October 4, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Billy lived a fulfilling life as an electrician for Shaw Industries and touched the lives of many through his work and his kind-hearted nature.Born on March 1, 1936, Billy was the son...

Penelope "Penny" Acree Nation

Penelope "Penny" Acree Nation

Oct 2, 2023

 

Penelope "Penny" Acree Nation, beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 2, 2023, at Calhoun Health Care in Calhoun, Georgia. She was born on January 4, 1963, in Gordon County, Georgia, to Marvin Acree and DiAnn Magill Acree.Penny led a fulfilling life as a devoted homemaker and mother. She poured her heart and soul into creating...

Aline Wright Dyer

Aline Wright Dyer

Sep 30, 2023

Aline Wright Dyer, a beloved individual who left a lasting impact on the lives of those around her, has passed away at the age of 82. Aline was born on June 10, 1941, in Gordon County, a place that would always hold a special significance in her heart. She peacefully departed from this world on September 30, 2023, at AdventHealth...

Clyde Lee "C.L." Autry, JR

Clyde Lee "C.L." Autry, JR

Sep 27, 2023

Clyde Lee Autry, JR, age 97 of Calhoun, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at his residence.

 

C.L. was born on January 18, 1926 in Floyd County, GA, son of the late Clyde Lee Autry, SR and Fannie Mae. He was married to the late Bernice Bailey Autry for 58 years and 4 months. They had one...

Jeanette Whittemore Ruddell

Jeanette Whittemore Ruddell

Sep 26, 2023

Jeanette Whittemore Ruddell, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated nurse, passed away on September 26, 2023. She was born on January 8, 1943, to the late Lawrence S. Whittemore and Ollie Tatum Whittemore.Jeanette led a remarkable life centered around love and compassion. Her career as a nurse spanned many years, during which she worked tirelessly at Hamilton Medical Center...

Carol Ann Ballard

Carol Ann Ballard

Sep 24, 2023

Carol Ann Ballard, a beloved mother and grandmother, has passed away peacefully at her home on September 24, 2023. Born on February 13, 1950, in Monet, Missouri to her loving parents, Carol brought joy and warmth into the lives of those she knew.Carol was dedicated to her career as a housekeeper, where her hard work and attention to detail were...

Leon Jefferson Steward JR

Leon Jefferson Steward JR

Sep 23, 2023

Leon Jefferson Steward JR, 92 of Calhoun, GA, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023 at AdventHealth Gordon following a brief illness.

 

Leon was born on August 29, 1931 in Hazleton, PA to the late Leon Jefferson Steward SR and Helen Bahrt Steward. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by: his sister, Betty McConnell; and...

Murves Patterson Clark

Murves Patterson Clark

Sep 19, 2023

Murves Patterson Clark, a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse for Cigna Insurance, has passed away at the age of 81. Murves was born on October 14, 1941, in Gordon County to Alton Barnette Patterson and Rosa Ruddell. She breathed her last breath on September 19, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at The Spires at Berry College.Murves' impact on the lives...

Tony Lamar Pack

Tony Lamar Pack

Sep 18, 2023

Tony Lamar Pack, age 72, of Dayton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 18, 2023, at Tennova Hospital.  He was born April 2, 1952, in Georgia, to Haywood and Rosa Lee Pack.  He was a member of Victory Baptist Church. He enjoyed traveling with his brother Bo and liked collecting his antiques.  One of his passions was working with...

Dixie Elaine Rowan Smith

Dixie Elaine Rowan Smith

Sep 18, 2023

Dixie Elaine Rowan Smith, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on September 18, 2023, at the age of 72. She was born on February 8, 1951, to her parents, Laral Rowan and Mary Lambert Rowan, in a small town filled with love and warmth. Dixie's journey on this earth came to an end, but her memory will forever remain...

Jaen Elizabeth Canders-Caldwell

Jaen Elizabeth Canders-Caldwell

Sep 18, 2023

Jaen Elizabeth Canders-Caldwell, 56, of Calhoun, GA passed away at home after months of illness on September 18, 2023.

 

She was preceded in death by her mother, Dr. Helon Styles of Carroll County, GA, and her brother, Brian Stanford.

 

Jaen is survived by her husband, Mike Caldwell; father, David Bradberry; brother, Dennis Stanford and wife Terri; children,...

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