Dalton Obituaries

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Sadie Nix

Sadie Nix

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...

Max Anguiano

Max Anguiano

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...

Barbara A. Shields

Barbara A. Shields

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...

Dancia Watkins

Dancia Watkins

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...

Richard White

Richard White

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...

Jimmy Nichols

Jimmy Nichols

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...

Mary Nell Calhoun

Mary Nell Calhoun

Jun 19, 2025

25-104 June 19, 2025

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...

James Lee Croy

James Lee Croy

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...

Virgil Lee "Bud" Hewitt

Virgil Lee "Bud" Hewitt

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...

Little Bexlee-Ann Nicole Allen

Little Bexlee-Ann Nicole Allen

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...

Baldemar Jaramillo

Baldemar Jaramillo

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...

Henry Thurman Lee Jr.

Henry Thurman Lee Jr.

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...

Nancy Carol Wimpey Suddeth

Nancy Carol Wimpey Suddeth

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

Ry'Air Rashun Maddox

Ry'Air Rashun Maddox

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...

Tracy Loren Callaway

Tracy Loren Callaway

Jun 3, 2025

Mr. Tracy Loren Callaway, age 57, of Calhoun, Georgia, departed this life Tuesday June 3, 2025 at the local hospital. He was born December 10, 1967 in Dalton, Georgia a son of the late James Callaway and Ann Reese. He graduated from Southeast High School and worked at Mannington Mills in Calhoun, GA.

He is survived by...

Paul Eugene Williams Sr.

Paul Eugene Williams Sr.

Jun 2, 2025

Mr. Paul Eugene Williams Sr., age 76, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Sunday, June 1, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 2, 1948 in Dora, Alabama, a son of the late Earl Clayton and Ethel Irene Williams. He was also preceded in death by his siblings Jerry Earl Williams, Buddy Williams,...

Amaurie Terrell Lacey

Amaurie Terrell Lacey

Jun 2, 2025

Mr. Amaurie Lacey, age 17, of Calhoun, Georgia, departed this life Monday, June 2, 2025. He was born November 2, 2007 in Cartersville, Georgia. He was a student at Calhoun High School.

He is survived by his father, Cedric Lacey Sr. and Joanne Sims of Calhoun, GA; mother Rebecca Bailey of Cartersville, GA; grandmother, Barbara Byrd of...

Kathy Ann Kiniry

Kathy Ann Kiniry

Jun 1, 2025

Mrs. Kathy Ann Kiniry, age 75, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the local hospital. She was born December 24, 1949, in Shelby, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph "Bud" Wiley Kiniry, mother Mazie Gray McKee. She loved the lake life, watching her kids, grandkids and great grandkids play...

Jennifer Jane Bates

Jennifer Jane Bates

May 27, 2025

Mrs. Jennifer Jane Bates, age 62, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Monday, May 27, 2025, at the local hospital. She was born June 20, 1962 in Chatsworth, Georgia a daughter of the late James Howard and Jessie Juanita Justice. She was also preceded in death by her husband Donnie Bates. She loved to travel and she loved all...

Eli Williams

Eli Williams

May 25, 2025

Our sweet boy Eli Williams went to heaven Friday May 22. He came into our home and hearts May 11 ,2011. He is the best Dog we could ask for. He is more to us than a dog , he was always just one of the Kids. He loved being part of everything we did. Eli was adventurous and...

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