Dalton Obituaries
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Joshua Heath Sandifer
Jan 8, 2025
Little Joshua Heath Sandifer, age 5, of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away tragically on January 8, 2025, alongside his beloved mother, Brittany Nicole Sandifer; grandmother, Brenda Carol Sandifer; and brothers, Jacob Thomas Lee Sandifer, Jr., and Legend Zion Sandifer.
Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on November 19, 2019, Joshua was a spirited and joyful child with a deep love...
Jacob Thomas Lee Sandifer Jr.
Jan 8, 2025
Little Jacob Thomas Lee Sandifer, Jr, age 4 of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away tragically on January 8, 2025, alongside his beloved mother, Brittany Nicole Sandifer; grandmother, Brenda Carol Sandifer; and brothers, Joshua Heath Sandifer, and Legend Zion Sandifer.
Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on January 5, 2021, Little Jake was a special child and was looking forward to...
Brenda Sandifer
Jan 8, 2025
Ms. Brenda Carol Sandifer, age 73, of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away heroically on the morning of January 8, 2025, while trying to save her beloved family during a tragic house fire. Her unwavering devotion to her family and immense love for her grandchildren were defining aspects of her beautiful life. Brenda's courageous spirit was matched only by her dedication...
William H. Dominici
Jan 7, 2025
Mr. William H. Dominici, age 60, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, departed this life on January 7, 2025, at Erlanger Health Care in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was born September 10, 1964 in Orlando, Florida, a son of the late Felix and Creta Dominici. He was also preceded in death by his brother Buddy Roger Dominici.
He is survived by...
Rosco Osborn
Jan 7, 2025
Rosco Osborn, a devoted and precious chiweenie service dog, passed away on January 7, 2025, in Chatsworth, GA, at the age of 13. Born on May 26, 2013, Rosco spent his life as a faithful companion and invaluable support to a veteran, embodying the spirit of loyalty and love.
With his sleek black coat and soulful eyes,...
Charlie Henderson
Jan 4, 2025
Charlie was a bed buddy EVERY night…A GOOD BOi…BIG PERSONALITY!! Problem Child of the Pack…I will see you at Rainbow Bridge…You are playing with Shortbread, Biscuit, Zues, Grissom and Brushpile again. Enjoy Rainbow Bridge. Hedges' Pack Number: 8 to 7 CCCCHHHAAARRRLLLIIIEEEE!!
Jimmy Lamar Stanley
Jan 4, 2025
Mr. Jimmy Lamar Stanley, age 69, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Saturday January 4, 2025 at his brother's house surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Stanley was born in Jasper, Georgia, on August 7, 1955. Â He was also preceded in death by his father Vernie "Bill" Stanley, mother, Hazel Timms Hardy, brother, Mark Dewayne Stanley Sr., father-in-law and...
Donna Lynn Burns
Jan 2, 2025
Obituary for Ms. Donna Lynn Burns
Ms. Donna Lynn Burns, age 67, of Dalton, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on Thursday afternoon, January 2, 2025, at NHC HealthCare in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia.
Donna was preceded in death by her loving parents, William Gayle and Della Reece Kinsey, her sister Vivian Beal, and a son who...
Joyce A. Hawk
Jan 1, 2025
Mrs. Joyce A. Hawk, age 74, of Cleveland, Tennessee, departed this life Wednesday January 1, 2025 at the Bradley Medical Center. She was born February 22, 1950 in Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter of the late Ellsworth Joseph and Isabel Florence Hohnsee Bowman. She was also preceded in death by her son James Hawk.
She is survived by...
Robert Glenn Ferriss
Jan 1, 2025
Robert Glenn "Bob" Ferriss, age 87, of Hixson, Tennessee, departed this life peacefully at his residence on January 1, 2025.
Born on May 28, 1937, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Bob was the beloved son of the late Clarence Jack and Ruby Frost Ferriss. A proud 1956 graduate of Central High School, he spent over 38 dedicated years as...
Pepper Painter
Dec 31, 2024
Pepper crossed over the rainbow bridge on New Years Eve. She brought us so much joy and love for over 18 years.
She will be forever missed. Rest in peace our sweet Pepper, until we meet again.
Canuto Rodrigues
Dec 29, 2024
Canuto will be missed by our family and friends. He showed us that being small was not an obstacle for being brave. Our home feels very different, as we walk into our home we are no longer greeted by Canuto. He showed us pure love. Time will heal this silence we have in our hearts. Canuto was the best...
William Earl Johnson
Dec 29, 2024
Mr. William Earl Johnson, age 67, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Sunday afternoon, December 29, 2024, at a local hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 7, 1957 in Putnam, Connecticut. He was preceded in death by his father Millard Johnson, mother Teresa Crane, sister Carolyn Apostol.
He is survived by his wife...
Naomi Ruth Jackson
Dec 29, 2024
Mrs. Naomi Ruth Jackson, age 86, of Dalton, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on Sunday morning, December 29, 2024, at Ridgewood Manor, surrounded by her devoted family.
Born on July 3, 1938, in Dalton, Georgia, Naomi was the beloved daughter of Houston and Francis Green. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-five years, Jimmy...
Evelyn Guest
Dec 29, 2024
Mrs. Doris "Evelyn" Fortson Guest, age 82, of Royston, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, December 29, 2024, at Calhoun Crossing Nursing Facility.
She was born August 16, 1942, in Athens, Georgia, a daughter of the late Will David and Lucy Caudell Fortson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Randall Guest, brothers,...
Charles Lee "Chucky" Swafford
Dec 28, 2024
Mr. Charles Lee "Chucky" Swafford, age 55, of Rocky Face, Georgia, departed this life Saturday morning, December 28, 2024, at a local hospital.
Charles was born November 10, 1969, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Swafford.
He is survived by his mother, Linda Barbee of Rocky Face, GA;...
Timmy Austin "Tim" Johnson
Dec 27, 2024
Timmy Austin "Tim" Johnson, age 69, of Chatsworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, December 27, 2024, surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home.
Born on June 11, 1955, in Enterprise, Alabama, Tim was the cherished son of the late Walter Austin and Betty Virginia Beavers Johnson. His early years reflected his...
Steve Dean Wilson Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Mr. Steve Dean Wilson, Jr., age 48, of Cohutta, Georgia, departed this life Thursday afternoon, December 26, 2024, at his home.
Arrangements are entrusted to Ponders Melrose Chapel, 138 Melrose Drive, Dalton, GA, 30721. For more information, please visit www.selectedindependentfuneralhomes.org.
Altagracia Aguilar Becerra Lopez
Dec 23, 2024
Mrs. Altagracia Becerra Lopez, age 76, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on the morning of Monday, December 23, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her devoted family.
Altagracia was born on March 7, 1948, in Emenguaro, Salvatierra, Guanajuato, Mexico, to the late Manuel Becerra and Maria Consuelo Aguilar. She was preceded in death by her beloved...
Cynthia Jean Carpenter
Dec 22, 2024
Ms. Cynthia Jean Carpenter age 67, of Chatsworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, December 22, 2024, at her residence.
She was born February 7, 1957, in Pontiac Michigan to the late Harlen and Shirley Lloyd Cole. She was preceded in death by her husband Mark Carpenter, brothers and sister in law, Frank and Jacqueline Cole,...
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