Dalton Obituaries

Jan 25, 2026

Mr. James Carter Awtrey, age 55, of Fairmount, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at AdventHealth Gordon in Calhoun, Georgia.

James was born September 30, 1970, in Cobb County, Georgia. He worked for many years at Marietta Tire Company. For several years, James lived with a disability, during which time he was lovingly cared...

Jan 25, 2026

Elaine Michelle Harris, age 45 of Dalton, Georgia, left this life and entered heaven Sunday, January 25, 2026.

Elaine was born March 10, 1980, in Jackson, TN. She was a 1998 graduate of Trinity Christian Academy and a 2002 graduate of Union University where she received her BSN degree. She was a member of Union's Kappa Delta...

Jan 20, 2026

Pika , our beloved dog has crossed the rainbow bridge . Though small in size she filled our home with endless love, loyalty, and feisty personality. From warm cuddles to her big attitude and gentle eyes, Pika was truly one of a kind.

Pika was a faithful companion who brought comfort, laughter, and joy to everyone who...

Jan 19, 2026

Mr. Edward Lee Jackson, age 62 of Hixson, Tennessee, departed this life on January 19, 2026, at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Known to many as "Ed," "Eddie," and as he proudly liked to be called, "Dad", "Pawpaw" and "Action Jackson," Ed was truly one of a kind. A 1981 graduate of Red Bank High School, Ed...

Jan 18, 2026

Mr. Larry Victor Chitwood, age 83, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Atrium Health Floyd in Rome, Georgia.

Larry was born on September 19,1942, to the late Wilburn and Johnnie Bennett Chitwood. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judy Kay MacAfee Chitwood, and...

Jan 18, 2026

Mr. Philip Lamar Byrd, age 46, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday, January 18, 2025, in Wrightsville, Georgia.

Philip was born on August 20, 1979, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, to the late Ronald Sammie Byrd, Sr. and Carolyn Walston Byrd.

Philip's life was marked by both struggle and love. He faced many...

Jan 17, 2026

Lillian Christina Payne

06-26-1964 to 01-17-2026

Lillian Christina Payne was adopted at a very early age to Ms. Lillian Garcia Payne and was raised by both her Mother and "Poppy" Christopher Marzon.

Lily grew up on the beautiful shores in Miami beach. She was very active in the Latin community singing and performing...

Jan 16, 2026

Mrs. Debora Lugene "Debbie" Grizzle, age 71, of Sugar Valley, Georgia, departed this life Friday morning, January 16, 2026, at her home.

Debbie was born November 18, 1954, in Delta, Colorado, a daughter of the late Grant Collins and Marguerite Trout Hanlon.  She was also preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Cheryl and Ray Martin,...

Jan 15, 2026

Mrs. Betty Joanne Vickery, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Wednesday, January 15, 2026, at Regency Park Health & Rehabilitation.

Joanne was born November 22, 1936, in Greenwood, South Carolina, the oldest child and the last surviving child of Otis Lindon and Mattie Sue Henderson Brownlee. Though she carried the title of "oldest," she also carried the...

Jan 14, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lance Andreas Jesus Sotelo, 25, of Charlotte, North Carolina. Lance was born and raised in Dalton, Georgia, and lived a fearless life marked by empathy, compassion, and love.

Lance was proceeded in death by his grandfather Jesus Gomez Sotelo, grandfather Timothy Lee Smith, and grandmother, Nancy...

Jan 13, 2026

James "Jim" Hunter Barron, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on January 13th, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Born in Memphis, TN, on December 15, 1949, Jim was the son of Barbara Jean and James Hunter Barron, Sr. His father was a World War II veteran and a career Navy officer, so his family lived all...

Jan 12, 2026

Ms. Beth Anne Underwood, age 48, of Cohutta, Georgia, passed away Monday morning, January 12, 2026, at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Beth was born December 26, 1977, in Marietta, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, James and Ruby Lowery, and Harold and Kathiren Bradberry.

Beth worked in retail and was...

Jan 12, 2026

Mrs. Hazel Virgie Mullinax, age 94 of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Monday, January 12, 2026, at The Oaks Assisted Living surrounded by her loving family.

Virgie was born in Shelbyville, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Samuel R. and Mary Hazelwood Seay, Sr. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of sixty-six years,...

Jan 11, 2026

Mrs. Mary Bernadette Cooper Smith, age 76, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia.

Mary was born June 2, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was the daughter of the late Wylie and Edna Lucus Cooper. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Jan 9, 2026

Keith Allen Beaty, age 47, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life on Friday, January 9, 2026, at his residence. He was born September 14, 1978, in Dalton, Georgia.

He was preceded in death by his father, Allen Reed Beaty; his daughter Savanna Paige Beaty, son, Mason Beaty; his grandparents, H.V. and Virgina Young; and his close friend,...

Jan 5, 2026

Mrs. Sandra Kay Gillean, age 76, of Calhoun, Georgia, formerly of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 5, 2026. She was born on September 30, 1949, in Athens, Georgia, the beloved daughter of the late Allen and Neta Kinney Bower.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Allen...

Jan 5, 2026

Mr. Danny York age 70, of Dayton, TN. departed this life Monday, January 5, 2026 at the Rhea Medical Center.

Danny was born in Jamestown , TN. on May 4, 1955, the son of the late Robert Earl and Ina Lee York.  In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by his sisters, Tutty Wright,...

Jan 4, 2026

Ms. Wilma Mae Bradley, age 76 of Dalton, Georgia departed this life Sunday, January 4, 2026 at the Ridgewood Manor Health Care. She was born October 31, 1949 in Dalton, Georgia, a daughter of the late S.L. and Dollie Rich. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Sam Rich, Grady Rich, Warren Rich, A.J. Rich, Bill Rich,...

Dec 31, 2025

Ms. Wanda "Nanny" Anderson, age 80 of Dalton, Georgia departed this life Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 19, 1945. She was preceded in death by her father Hiram Gunterman, mother Zelma Fergerson, daughter Anita LaRue, grandson Eric Nix, brothers, Wiggs Fergerson, Billy Denson, Albert Fergerson, sister Mary LaRue,...

Dec 30, 2025

Mrs. Dorthy Louise Grimes, age 73, of Dalton, Georgia departed this life Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the local hospital. She was born September 10, 1952, in Dalton, Georgia a daughter of the late William Orval and Lila Ruth Byers Mulkey. She was also preceded in death by her brothers and sister-in-law, Paul Mulkey, Ben and Marie Mulkey, sister...