Dalton Obituaries

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Sawyer Wayne Patton

Sawyer Wayne Patton

Oct 26, 2025

Little Sawyer Wayne "Saw Saw" Patton, age six months and twenty-seven days of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday, October 26, 2025, in Dalton, Georgia.

Sawyer was born on March 30, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Wayne Patton, Debbie Allen and Jimmy and Anges Johnson....

Phyllis Ann Beason

Phyllis Ann Beason

Oct 26, 2025

Mrs. Phyllis Ann Franks Beason, age 76, of Resaca, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Evergreen Health & Rehab Center in Rome, Georgia.

Phyllis was born on December 02, 1948, in Calhoun, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Beason; her parents, Robert and Flora Faye Burns Franks; her son,...

Joseph "Joe" Cole

Joseph "Joe" Cole

Oct 24, 2025

Mr. Joseph Ray "Joe" Cole, age 82, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Advent Health Murray in Chatsworth, Georgia.

Joe was born January 9, 1943, in Tellico Plains, Tennessee. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. After his service, he devoted many years to the...

Jack Jackson

Jack Jackson

Oct 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jack Our Loyal Friend, Fierce Protector, and Faithful Companion

With broken hearts and deep gratitude, we say goodbye to Jack, our beloved German Shepherd, who passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at the age of 11.

Jack was more than a dog—he was family. From the moment he came into...

James Robert Painter

James Robert Painter

Oct 23, 2025

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 brothers, Walt Painter and Greg...

Martha Louise Wheat

Martha Louise Wheat

Oct 23, 2025

Mrs. Martha Louise Wheat, age 92 of Dalton, Georgia departed this life Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia. She was born July 21, 1933 in Dalton, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her father Ivan Broom, parents Mattie and F.H. McNabb, brothers, Steve McNabb, Frank McNabb, Fletcher McNabb, sister Ellen Sales. She was...

Lillie Winkler

Lillie Winkler

Oct 23, 2025

Lilly Winkler was more than just a pet — she was a constant source of love, joy, and companionship. With her sweet spirit and endless desire for attention, Lilly had a special way of making everyone around her feel loved. She shared an unbreakable bond with her best friend, Axl, and together they brought happiness and laughter to all...

Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Oct 21, 2025

Mr. Ruben Garcia, age 69, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia. He was born on February 9, 1956, in Clewiston, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Garcia; brothers, Chris Garcia, Manuel Garcia, and Daniel Garcia; and sisters, Rosalinda Garcia and...

Victor Paschalle "Pat" Dutton

Victor Paschalle "Pat" Dutton

Oct 17, 2025

Mr. Victor "Pat" Paschalle Dutton, age 72 of Resaca, Georgia departed this life Friday, October 17, 2025 at Advent Health Redmond in Rome, Georgia. He was born January 28, 1953 in Rome, Georgia, a son of the late Woodrow Willson and Jimmie Lue Haygood Dutton. He was also preceded in death by his, wife Donna Dutton, daughter Kayla Dutton....

Hazel "Nanny" Smith

Hazel "Nanny" Smith

Oct 16, 2025

Ms. Hazel "Nanny" Smith, age 80, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life peacefully on Thursday afternoon, October 16, 2025, at her home.

Hazel was born May 16, 1945, in Murray County, Georgia, a daughter of the late Winston and Eva Mae Strickland Springfield.  She was also preceded in death by her former husband, Roy Wayne Smith, sisters,...

Janie Gallman

Janie Gallman

Oct 16, 2025

Mrs. Janie Saylors Gallman, age 84, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life on Thursday afternoon, October 16, 2025, at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Janie was born April 12, 1941, in Murray County, Georgia, a daughter of the late William M. "Bill" and Ethel Ledford Saylors. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband...

Casaundra Daniels

Casaundra Daniels

Oct 16, 2025

Ms. Casaundra Daniels, age 61, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life on Thursday afternoon, October 16, 2025, at her home. Casaundra was born on August 17, 1964, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Edward Yenor.

Casaundra was known for her straightforward nature and her unwavering strength. She stood firm in her...

Kristela Herrada

Kristela Herrada

Oct 14, 2025

Miss Kristela Herrada

Miss Kristela Herrada, age 26, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at a local hospital.

Kristela was born December 8, 1998, in Dalton, Georgia. She was a 2017 graduate of Dalton High School and a devoted member of Saint Joseph's Catholic Church.

Kristela was the second...

Lillie Mae Wells

Lillie Mae Wells

Oct 13, 2025

Mrs. Lillie May Wells

Mrs. Lillie May Wells, age 73, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, departed this life Monday afternoon at CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Lillie was born on December 5, 1951, in Trimble County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Floyd William and Edith May Rose Hawkins. She devoted her life to caring...

Sharon Jeanette Ridley

Sharon Jeanette Ridley

Oct 12, 2025

Ms. Sharon Ridley, age 69 of Resaca, Georgia departed this life Sunday, October 12, 2025 at her residence.

Sharon was born April 18, 1956, in Chattanooga TN, daughter of the late John and Mary Ash. Besides her parents Sharon is proceeded in death by her loving husband James Ridley, brother Timothy Ash, sisters Angela and Leta Ash....

Donnita Lynn Cagle

Donnita Lynn Cagle

Oct 12, 2025

Miss Donnita Lynn Cagle, age 69, of Dallas, Georgia, departed this life peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025. She was born on February 16, 1956, in Dalton, Georgia, the beloved daughter of the late Herbert Cagle Sr. and Reba Cagle of Calhoun, Georgia.

Donnita was known for her unwavering dedication, fierce spirit, and attention to every detail....

Adrian Cruz

Adrian Cruz

Oct 11, 2025

Little Adrian Cruz

February 7, 2024 – October 11, 2025

Little Adrian Cruz, age 1, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Scottish Rite Children's Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Adrian was born on February 7, 2024, in Dalton, GA.

He was the shining light to his loving...

Herman Evans

Herman Evans

Oct 10, 2025

Mr. Herman Lee "Bo" Evans, Jr., age 79, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Erlanger Medical Center. Bo was born October 16, 1945, in Cumberland Gap, Tennessee, a son of the late Herman Lee and Wilsie Middleton Evans, Sr.

Bo lived a life devoted to faith, family, and service. He loved...

Nancy J Farris

Nancy J Farris

Oct 10, 2025

Mrs. Nancy Jane Farris, age 71, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, departed this life on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Pruitt Health Care in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia.

Nancy was born on January 6, 1954, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Hershell Jonathan and Ida Bell Williford Hooper. She was also preceded in death by her beloved...

Robert Joe Mcneese

Robert Joe Mcneese

Oct 10, 2025

Mr. Robert Joe McNeese, age 82, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Friday morning, October 10, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center.

Joe was born January 16, 1943, in Dalton, Georgia, a son of the late Bruce Taylor and Minnie Lee Morgan McNeese. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Judy Frost, brother, Hoyt McNeese, mother-in-law...

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