Obituaries

Jamie McKoy Jones entered the Kingdom of God peacefully on April 22, 2025. She was 91. Born to Tom and Katherine McKoy in Roanoke Alabama she moved to Opelika as a small child. In 1946 the McKoys moved to Dalton. She married her "great love," Bucky Jones in January 1957. Jamie and Bucky lived in Texas and Venezuela...

Sheree Jordan went home to be with the Lord suddenly at her home on June 14, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her father Jimmy Carlton.

She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years James Jordan; mother Lois Carlton; son Brent Jordan; daughters Michelle Spence and Rocky(Hilton) Brindle; brothers Doug(Marlo)...

Mrs. LaPhene Amos Lane, age 89, of Dalton, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at her home.
LaPhene was a faithful member of Olivia Baptist Church for over 60 years.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Burke Lane, parents, King and Lois Amos, brother, Milton Amos, and...

Mrs. Emily Marsene Lindsay, 73, left this world behind for God's grace and a perfect set of angel wings on Monday, September 15, 2025, at Walnut Creek Personal Care Home.
She is preceded in death by her parents, the late Robert and Harvey Maples, and her husband, Larry Lindsay.
A lifelong second grade educator,...

Dr. James David Loughridge passed away peacefully at his home on March 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 26, 1951, in Chatsworth, GA, to the late James Colquitt and Nell Ruth Davis Loughridge.

David is survived by his devoted wife of 48 years, Pamelah Daniel Loughridge; his daughter,...

Anna Lee Chadwick Lowe, 98, of Varnell, GA, passed away June 22, 2025.
Anna Lee was preceded in death by her loving husband and best friend of 77 years, Ralph Lowe; her son, Lloyd Lowe; daughter, Rhonda Swinford; parents, Cicero and Dora Chadwick; siblings, Clara (Charlie) Shook, Johnnie (Lee) Hill, Harry (Francis)...

Joan Frances Lugthart, May 7, 1929 - June 17, 2025

Joan Frances (Waidele) Lugthart, 96, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at Walnut Creek Personal Care Home in Dalton, GA.

Joan was born May 7, 1929, in Syracuse, New York, the daughter of the late Peter Arthur and Irene (Weber) Waidele. She was a graduate of...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Laura Loutrelle Lyle. Loutrelle left us on Friday, January 23, 2026 to be with her Lord, leaving a void that can never be filled.
With Loutrelle's departure, we remember a life lived with immense love and a constant sense of caring. She touched the lives of everyone who...

June Ann Cooley Mahan, age 96, of Rocky Face, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on New Year's Day 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Until the very end, she lived out her lifelong motto: "If a thing's worth doing, it's worth doing right." June devoted her life to being the best mother she could be, and...

My grandfather, Zeuxis J. Martinez Q. passed peacefully on August 21, 2025 at the age of 85 from natural causes in Venezuela. He is survived by my mother, Ivette A. Moncus, from Dalton, GA. He will be remembered for his warmth and cheerful spirit, and his memory will be an inspiration for all who knew him.
- J.J....

Mary Ruth Harris Mason, born on November 17, 1946, was called home to be with Jesus and her beloved family on May 10, 2025. She graced this world for 78 years, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and kindness that will resonate through generations.

Mary Ruth dedicated her life to nurturing others, both as a...

Robert Darrell "Herky" McBee, age 65, of Rocky Face, GA, passed away on
Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Born on December 9, 1959, Herky lived a life
full of adventure, laughter, and love.
He found joy in the outdoors, spending countless hours fishing, hunting, and
riding motorcycles. Above all, Herky cherished racing...

Thomas (Robin) McDaniel, of Tifton, age 83, passed peacefully away in his wife's arms at home during the early morning hours of October 30, 2025 following extended illnesses.
Robin was born July 5, 1942 to the late Jack & Tess McDaniel of Albany, Georgia. He grew up with a passion for baseball, softball, fishing and...

John William McMillian

"The end of a matter is better than its beginning." Ecclesiastes 7:8 was a favorite verse of John William McMillian who went to live in eternal paradise with his Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the age of 84. John led a life of accomplishments that he often said only the...

Erle Miles passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025. He was 88 and a half years old.
He left us with wonderful memories that will keep us all smiling and laughing for years.
Erle's friendly and outgoing personality made him a special favorite to everyone he met.
He was loved by many and described by friends he made...

MRS. MARIAN MOORE COOPER - Age 91, of Dalton, Georgia passed away Friday, April 18, 2025. She was born May 31, 1933 to her late parents, Ed Moore and Frances Kenion Moore. She was a graduate of Emery Street School. Marian was a devoted member of Shiloh Baptist Church where she served on the Deaconess Board and was...

Fred H. Morgan, age 73, of Tunnel Hill, GA, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Hamilton Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred L. and Annie Ruth Morgan.
Fred is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sandra Morgan of Tunnel Hill; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and David Brown of Tunnel...

Jimmy Anderson Moss age 91, of Dalton, GA, passed away on Sunday,
August 31, 2025.
Jim was born in Dalton, GA, on August 23, 1934, the son of the late W.C.
and Lottie Anderson Moss. He proudly served in the United States Army.
Jim was the first Human Resources Director at Coronet Industries and held
that job until...

William "Bill" R. Moyd, age 82, of Sebastian, Florida, peacefully departed this life on Friday, March 7, 2025, at his home. Bill was born in Americus, Georgia, on December 31, 1942. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and carried the values of service and dedication throughout his life.

Bill had many interests...

James Robert "Bobby" Painter, age 79, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Bobby was born November 18, 1945, in Loudon, Tennessee, a son of the late Claud Byron and Emily Reathel Stamey Painter. He was also preceded in death by his...

Estelle B. Parker, 90, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
Estelle is survived by her husband, Howard J. Parker; children, Karen Griffin (Richard), Denise Edwards, Danita Johnson, and Cheryl Snavely (Jon); grandchildren, Zachary Griffin, Tyler Griffin, Ellis Edwards, Seth Edwards, Emily Johnson (Jackson Bush),...

Gordon Lee Parks of Statesboro, Georgia died at the age of 84 at Eastern Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, Georgia on September 11, 2025 at 0640. Gordon was formerly of Dalton, Georgia, Clemson, South Carolina, and West Palm Beach, Florida.
Gordon Lee Parks was born in Dalton, Georgia to parents Leila...

Mrs. Beverly Barber Phillips, age 72, of Rocky Face, GA, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Beverly was a deeply devoted wife, loving mother, and supportive Mimi who lived with a passion for adventure, family, and Jesus Christ. She will forever be remembered and...