Dalton Obituaries

Jul 7, 2025

Mrs. Shirley Ann Richards Eaton, age 81, of Rock Springs, Georgia, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, who peacefully departed this life on the afternoon of Monday, July 7, 2025, at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Born on December 16, 1943, in Grantville, Georgia, Shirley was the beloved daughter of the late Doris and Benny Slate. She grew...

Jul 6, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dagger, born in 2009 and departed on July 6, 2025. Adopted in late 2014/early 2015, Dagger was the sweetest little guy, known for his silly bursts of energy and gentle nature.

He woke me up every morning barking, a sound I'll dearly miss. He loved...

Jul 5, 2025

Mrs. Jo Ann Mulkey, age 73, of Fairmount, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on the morning of Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her residence.

Jo Ann was born on June 15, 1952, in Fairmount, Georgia, to the late Clyde Fletcher and Thelma Peccola Jenkins "Coot" Pack. She was preceded in death by her beloved husbands, Max Charles...

Jul 4, 2025

Ms. Betty Boyd of Chattanooga, TN departed this life Friday, July 4, 2025.

Arrangements are entrusted to Ponders Brainerd Chapel, 4203 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN. (423) 531-4002. Arrangements entrusted to Ponders Brainerd Chapel, 4203 Brainerd Rd Chattanooga, TN. www.selectedindependentfuneralhomes.org (423)531-4002

Jul 4, 2025

Nora was a special girl. She gave the best cuddles and even better hugs. With a heart of love she was always right there when you needed her. From being a teddy bear to hold at night to being your hat while you slept, she always was there.

For 10 years she gave a lifetime of love,...

Jul 2, 2025

Mrs. Geralene Wheaton, age 81, of Cleveland, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 22, 1943, in West Point, Georgia, Geralene was the cherished daughter of the late Samule and Nora Blanks. She was preceded in death by...

Jul 1, 2025

Ms. Sadie Nix, age 80, of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the local hospital.

Sadie was born February 17, 1945, in Cartersville, Georgia, a daughter of the late Edgar William and Easter Lou Baker Gravitt. She was also preceded in death by a niece, Cathy Nix; a nephew, Joseph Morton; her...

Jun 24, 2025

Max was the such a joy to have in our lives. He loved spending time outside running back & forth in yard, chasing birds, squirrels, & even flies. He mostly loved chasing around after his favorite white ball & rolling around in the grass. He also loved spending time sitting by the windows people watching. He was truly a...

Jun 24, 2025

Mrs. Barbara A. Shields

July 13, 1941 – June 24, 2025

Ms. Barbara Ann Shields, age 83, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 24, 2025, at Murray Woods in Chatsworth, Georgia.

Born on July 13, 1941, in Dalton, Barbara was a proud 1959 graduate of Valley Point High School. She...

Jun 22, 2025

Mrs. Dancia Lou Roper Watkins, age 86, of Dalton, Georgia, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on March 26, 1939, in Fairmount, Georgia, Dancia was the cherished daughter of the late Clarence Lee "Pete" and Eunice Geneva...

Jun 21, 2025

Mr. Richard White, age 72, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on November 5, 1952, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Richard was the beloved child of the late James and Margret White. A spirited and passionate soul, Richard lived life with a devotion to...

Jun 21, 2025

Mr. Jimmy Dean Nichols

Mr. Jimmy Dean Nichols, age 66, of White, Georgia, departed this life on Saturday afternoon, June 21, 2025, at the Cartersville Center for Nursing in Cartersville, Georgia.

Born on August 8, 1958, in Cartersville, Georgia, Jimmy Dean was the beloved son of the late Charles Robert Nichols and Willie Dee King...

Jun 19, 2025

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Mrs. Mary Nell Calhoun, age 93, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on November 1, 1931, in Ringgold, Georgia, Mary Nell was the daughter of the late Will and Catherine Carr Rhudy. She was preceded in death...

Jun 14, 2025

Mr. James Lee Croy, age 58, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025, at AdventHealth Gordon.

Born on August 18, 1966, in Summerville, Georgia, James lived a life marked by struggle, resilience, redemption, and deep devotion to his loved ones. As a young man, James faced many challenges and endured a difficult past. Despite the...

Jun 11, 2025

Mr. Virgil Lee "Bud" Hewitt, age 90, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Wednesday morning, June 11, 2025.

Bud was born October 27, 1934, in Dalton, Georgia, a son of the late Farris Lee and Dessie Duvall Hewitt. He was a 1953 graduate of Valley Point High School, where he was a standout basketball player. He proudly...

Jun 10, 2025

Little Bexlee-Ann Nicole Allen, the precious infant daughter of Dillion and Amanda Edwards Allen of Cohutta, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at her home, cradled in love.

Born on February 27, 2025, in Calhoun, Georgia, Bexlee-Ann—affectionately known as "Princess B" and lovingly called "Buckwheat" by her Aunt Harlee—was the youngest of the Allen...

Jun 10, 2025

Mr. Baldemar Garcia Jaramillo, age 31, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday evening, June 10, 2025. Baldemar was born May 21, 1994, in Marlin, Texas.

Baldemar loved his family deeply and had a special devotion to his children, Kristian Armani Jaramillo and Karina Joliette Jaramillo. He was looking forward to a fresh start and a...

Jun 10, 2025

Mr. Henry Thurman Lee, Jr., age 60, of Chatsworth, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at his beloved family's "Home Place," surrounded by those who loved him most.

Henry was born on June 5, 1965, in LaFayette, Georgia, and spent his entire life in the rolling hills and quiet beauty of North Georgia—a...

Jun 9, 2025

Ms. Nancy Carol Wimpey Suddeth, age 57, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Monday, June 9, 2025 at her home.

Arrangements by Ponders Melrose Chapel, 138 Melrose Drive, Dalton, GA 30721. 706-226-4002. www.selectedindependentfuneralhomes.org

Jun 9, 2025

Little Ry'Air Rashun Maddox, the precious infant son of Rashunda Maddox and Ty Jarrius Hubbard of Chattanooga, Tennessee, departed this life unexpectedly on Monday morning, June 9, 2025, at Erlanger Medical Center. Born on March 19, 2025, in Chattanooga, Ry'Air was only here for a short while, but he brought a lifetime of love and joy to those who...