Dalton Obituaries

Aug 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Mr. William Henry Thompson II, a beloved member of our community from Dalton, Georgia. William, who was only 53 years old, passed away on August 19, 2025. He was the cherished son of the late William Thompson Sr. and Barbra Ellis Thompson.

William leaves behind his loving...

Aug 18, 2025

Our beloved Annabelle, a gentle and loyal Great Dane, passed away at the age of 8. She was a cherished member of our family and brought love, laughter, and comfort to everyone who knew her.  Annabelle was the best snuggle buddy and loved nothing more than being close to her people. She spent her days playing outside with her...

Aug 17, 2025

Mr. John Wayne Wheeler, age 58, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Sunday, August 17, 2025 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was born November 15, 1966 in Polk County, Florida. He was preceded in death by his father William Havens Wheeler.

He is survived by his son, Jonathan "Drew" Wheeler and Holly Paige Keener of Dalton, GA; grandson,...

Aug 17, 2025

Mr. William Dean Young, age 93, of Fairmount, Georgia, entered into his eternal rest on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at The Oaks of Fairmount, PCH.

Dean was born December 1, 1931, in Gordon County, Georgia, the son of the late Onice and Mable Moss Young. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty-six...

Aug 11, 2025

Mr. Earnest Michael Harris, age 70, of Resaca, GA, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 11, 2025, surrounded by the family he cherished above all else.

Born September 7, 1954, in Fayetteville, Tennessee, Earnest was the son of the late Robert Lee and Geneva Harris. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter,...

Aug 10, 2025

Mr. Gary Douglas Crider, age 74, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the local hospital.

Gary was born May 9, 1951, in Dalton, Georgia, a son of the late Ralph J. and Mattie Sue Ketchum Crider. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Randle Crider, Roger Crider, and James Crider,...

Aug 9, 2025

Mr. John Eldon Thompson, age 73, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Saturday, August 9, 2025, at his home surrounded by the family he cherished deeply. Eldon was born January 13, 1952, in Ringgold, Georgia, a son and the last surviving child of Ollie Chester and Mary Lucille Shepherd Thompson. He was also preceded in death by his sister,...

Aug 9, 2025

Mr. Santos Sotelo, Jr., age 56, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away Saturday morning, August 9, 2025, at Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. He died from long-term complications of diabetes. Santos loved his family deeply, missed them every day, and they live with the hope of being reunited with him again one day.

Santos was...

Aug 5, 2025

Mrs. Linda Sue Bramblett Chastain, age 76, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Murray Woods Assisted Living.

Linda was born April 7, 1949, in Murray County, Georgia, a daughter of the late Floyd Samuel and Ruth Elizabeth Posey Bramblett.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Darnell "Frank"...

Aug 5, 2025

Ms. Audrey Aleigha Doyle

It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Audrey, a vibrant light in the lives of all who knew her. Audrey left this world far too soon, but not without leaving behind a legacy of warmth, creativity, and boundless love.

Audrey was a daughter, a...

Aug 3, 2025

Mrs. Eula Mae Johnson Petty, age 89, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the local hospital.

Born January 18, 1936, in Whitfield County, Georgia, Eula Mae was the beloved daughter of the late Walter F. and Sara Velentine "Tine" Hammontree Gulledge. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Woodrow...

Aug 1, 2025

Mr. Jonathan Bethel Woodward, age 45, of Calhoun, Georgia, departed this life on Friday, August 1, 2025, at his residence.

Jonathan was born May 23, 1980, in Dalton, Georgia. He was the beloved youngest child of his mother, Patsy Townsend Woodward Bryant, with whom he shared a uniquely deep and cherished bond. He was preceded in death...

Aug 1, 2025

Mr. James Edward Lawless, age 87, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Friday morning August 1, 2025, at the local hospital.

James was born September 8, 1937, in Whitfield County, Georgia, a son of the late Sam and Martha Beal Lawless. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Magaline Hunter Lawless, son and daughters-in-law, Alan...

Aug 1, 2025

Ms. Priscilla Stephens age 75 of Crandall, Ga departed this life Friday, August 1, 2025.

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

Jul 29, 2025

Mrs. Tempie Marie Land Pierce, age 85, of Dalton, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday morning, July 29, 2025.

Born June 29, 1940, in Dalton, Georgia, Tempie was the beloved daughter of the late Arvil and Ruth Sane Land. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Earl Ray Ausmus and Oliver Pierce; her cherished...

Jul 27, 2025

Mrs. Edwina Jane McInnish, age 83, of Calhoun, Georgia, and formerly of LaGrange, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on Sunday morning, July 27, 2025, at Morning Pointe Assisted Living in Calhoun. A woman of quiet strength and heartfelt devotion, Edwina lived a life defined by love—for her family, her community, and the people whose lives she touched along the...

Jul 27, 2025

Mrs. Jewell Edna Gazaway Pilcher, age 77, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Sunday afternoon July 27, 2025 at the home of her sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Jesse Silvers.

Jewell was born March 4, 1948, in Dalton, Georgia, a daughter of the late Grover Cleveland and Edna Mae Roach Gazaway.  She was also preceded in death...

Jul 26, 2025

It is with much sadness and heartbreak that we announce the passing of our dear special needs sister, Angelia Marie Robertson. On a happy note she was able to use a fast pass and go directly into heaven. That's a perk for those with Downs Syndrome and she earned it!

Angie was 58 years old and born...

Jul 25, 2025

Mr. Herschel Lee Croy, age 76, of Resaca, GA, departed this life on Friday, July 25, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by the family he cherished deeply.

Born on January 5, 1949, in Chattooga County, Georgia, Herschel was the beloved son of the late Allen Lester Croy, Sr., and the late Ada Katherine Thompson McQuire and Milton...

Jul 24, 2025

Reverend Jerry Miller, age 93 of Summerville, Georgia, departed this life Thursday, July 24, 2025 at his residence.

Brother Jerry was born June 15, 1932, in Euharlee, Georgia, a son of the late Gordon Lee and Tinnie Leo Brock Miller.  He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey L. Van Meter Miller, a son-in-law,...