Dalton Obituaries

Sep 24, 2024

Baxter was abandoned at a service station in Atlanta. He was recused and given to me by a very kind and special lady, Jan Stepp, on January 31, 2015. According to the Vet he was 2 1/2 years old at this time.

We adapted very easily to each other. He was trained and became my service dog...

Sep 24, 2024

Mrs. Helen Lorene Smith age 82, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Dalton Square Assisted Living. She was born March 8, 1942 in Union County, Georgia a daughter of the late Everett and Gaynell Pope Mull. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Jim L. Smith, son, Mitchell...

Sep 22, 2024

Broken Chain   Ron Tranmer

We little knew the day that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn't go alone. For part of us went with you The day God called you home.

Sep 21, 2024

Mr. Alicio "Junior" Mayorga-Rangel, age 32, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Junior was born March 25, 1992, in Rio Verde, San Luis Potosi, Mexico.  He was a 2011 graduate of Southeast High School and worked as a Lab Tech at Americhem Dalton.

Sep 20, 2024

Mrs. Arlene Mary Elder, age 85, of Calhoun, Georgia departed this life Friday, September 20, 2024, at her residence.

Arlene was born August 8, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late, John and Helen Runinski Check.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Earl Elder and sons, Dale Elder, John Elder and her...

Sep 20, 2024

George Thomas Hoblitzell, Sr., age 77, joined his Heavenly Father on September 20, 2024.

He was born on February 12, 1947, in Anniston, Alabama. He often commented that while he and his brother were raised by a single mother, he was surrounded by a large group of youth coaches, who first developed his love of sports.

Sep 17, 2024

In loving memory of Daisy, our beloved silky terrier, who passed away peacefully at the age of 16. Daisy brought joy and companionship to our lives with her playful spirit and unwavering loyalty. Her gentle nature and quirky personality endeared her to everyone who met her. Whether she was snuggling on the couch or exploring the backyard, Daisy lived...

Sep 17, 2024

Mr. William Bruce McCurdy Jr. age 100 of Dalton, Georgia, a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great, great grandfather, passed away Tuesday September 17, 2024, at his residence. He was born December 12, 1923, in Dalton, Georgia, a son of the late William Bruce McCurdy Sr. and Mattie Ann Cook McCurdy. He was also preceded...

Sep 17, 2024

Mr. James Ronnie Hays, age 71, of Calhoun, Georgia departed this life Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Advent Gordon Hospital. He was born February 13, 1953 in Alabama.

He is survived by his companion of 21 years, Teresa Cline of the residence; stepchildren, Anthony Cline of Colorado, Jessica Cline Lewis, Christy Newman of Sevierville, TN; five...

Sep 16, 2024

My sweet baby boy. Gone way too soon but will never be forgotten, that's for sure. You were the sweetest pit ever. You were definitely momma's baby boy. You loved playing with your daddy and the kids. You added joy to everyone's lives. I hope you enjoy forever playing fetch. Until we meet again someday my boy.

Sep 16, 2024

Mr. Michael Insler passed away on September 16, 2024, at the age of 84, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.  Born on April 5, 1940, in Bronx, New York, a son of the late Oscar and Irma Frank Insler.  Michael dedicated much of his professional life to the field of chemistry, starting his career as a Chemist before eventually becoming the QA...

Sep 16, 2024

Mr. Walter Webster Newberry III age 73 of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Monday September 16, 2024, at his residence. He was born December 10, 1950, in Dalton, Georgia, a son of the late Walter Newberry II and Dorothy Kitchens Newberry. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Harry Lee Newberry.

He is survived by...

Sep 15, 2024

Mr. Aaron Labron Hayes age 63 of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the Shepard Hill Health Care in Lafayette, GA. He was born February 25, 1961, in Dalton, Georgia, a son of the late Marion Haskell and Daffo Estelle Williams Hayes. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Haskel Douglas and Lois...

Sep 12, 2024

Mr. Thomas Adam Lloyd age 70 of Resaca, Georgia, departed this life Thursday September 12, 2024 at his residence. He was born October 15, 1953 in Atlanta, Georgia, a son of the late Adam Billinger and Ann Maddox Lloyd.

He is survived by his children, Halen Lloyd of Ocala, FL, Dylan Lloyd of Resaca, GA, Tasia and...

Sep 12, 2024

Mr. Wayne Townsend, age 82 of Calhoun, Georgia, departed this life Thursday, September 12, 2024, at his residence.

Wayne was born February 22, 1942, in Cherokee County, Georgia, a son of the late Clearance Otis "Ode" and Wyolene Holder Townsend. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sheryl Annette Townsend, and a sister, Lavern Townsend....

Sep 9, 2024

Mr. Michael Wilson, age 75, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at his residence. He was born May 1, 1949 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, a son of the late Nathaniel Wilson and Ethel Mallory Ruffin. He was also preceded in death by his grandmother, Beulah Tyson, sister Delores Mallory.

A Chattanooga native and of...

Sep 7, 2024

Ms. Cheryl Ann Davenport, age 63, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at her residence. Born on September 5, 1961, in Chatsworth, Georgia, Cheryl was the beloved daughter of Eloise Manis Weaver and the late Randall Weaver.

Cheryl's life was a testament to her unwavering dedication and resilience. For many years, she worked...

Sep 6, 2024

Joseph M. Kodsi resident of Ascension Living Alexian Village of Tennessee passed away on Friday September 6th 2024. He moved to Signal Mountain after living in Charlotte, NC for 40 years. He is survived by his two children, Neil Kodsi, an attorney in Miami Shores, FL and Dr. Matthew Kodsi in Chattanooga, TN.  There are also three grandchildren, Devin,...

Sep 5, 2024

Also known as "Meow Box" "Kitty Boy" "Kitty Kitty" "Little Buddy" "parakitty" and "A** Hole". We all loved Aether , everyone had their own thing they loved about him. I loved his meow, how he sat on my shoulder, and how he would let me hold him. Momma loved how he would jump up on her and lay down...

Sep 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ms. Denise Kaye Boman Dowdey

Ms. Denise Kaye Boman Dowdey, aged 72, of Dalton, Georgia, and formerly of Hueytown, Alabama, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2024, at Regency Park. Born on June 23, 1952, in Fairfield, Alabama, Denise was the cherished daughter of the late Grady Russell and Mary Sue Gilmer Boman....