Dustin J Sturges

AUGUST 9, 1972 ~ JANUARY 6, 2019 (AGE 46)

Mr. Dustin J. Sturges, age 46, passed away January 6, 2019.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Edward and Patricia Sturges.

Survivors include his wife: Sara Sturges of Calhoun, children: Callie Nelson, Alec Truelove and Lucy Truelove, seven granddaughters, brother: Elton Sturges of PA. and one sister, Rachel Rue of PA.

Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments.  www.shawnchapmanfh.com

August 05, 1943 – January 06, 2019

Mrs. Callie Annell Young age 75 of Crandall, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Hamilton Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.

She was a member of the Blue Ridge Primitive Baptist Church.

Mrs. Young was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin & Julia Green; brother, Melvin Green.

Survivors include husband, Robert L. Young of Crandall; son and daughter-in-law, Bobby & Theresa Young of Calhoun; daughters and sons-in-law, Shelia & Greg Beavers of Cisco, Karen & Randall Gossage, Cindy & Randy Wagnon, and Debbie & Kevin DeFoor –all of Crandall; sister and brother-in-law, Jean & Thurman Bishop of Crandall; sister-in-law, Barbara Green of Crandall; grandchildren, Seth Beavers, Caleb Beavers, Baili Abernathy, Skyler Young, Emma Gossage, Ciarra Hatton, Hunter Wagnon, and Branson DeFoor; greatgrandchild, Holden Abernathy.

A private graveside service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Blue Ridge Primitive Baptist Church.

Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.

Ruth (Lillard) Johnson

Ruth Johnson, age 92 of Ringgold, passed away Wednesday, December 26th 2018 at NHC Fort Oglethorpe.

She was preceded in death by her children, Tommy Johnson, Deana Harrington, and Mark Johnson.

She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Phillip and Teresa Johnson, and Russell and Hattie Johnson; daughters and sons-in-law, Kay and David Edwards and Teresa Johnson; 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great grandchildren.

Private family funeral services to celebrate the life of Ruth Johnson will be 2:00 pm Saturday, December 29th 2018 from the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill with Frank Loyd. officiating. Burial will be in Gordy Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ruth Johnson may be made to: The Humane Educational Society Animal Shelter 212 North Highland Park Avenue Chattanooga, Tennessee 37404

Online condolences may be offered at: www.jjonesfuneralhome.com

Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Valerie Rymer

SEPTEMBER 24, 1977 ~ DECEMBER 11, 2018 (AGE 41)

Valerie Lynn Rymer, 41 of Crandall departed this life unexpectedly on December 11, 2018, at her home. Valerie was born on September 24, 1977, in Ellijay, Georgia to Gary and Connie Reed both of Ellijay, Georgia.
She is survived by her Spouse: Matthew Aaron Rymer
Children: Caitlin and Vincent Barnett, Chase Aaron Rymer and Rylie Lynn Rymer.
Grand-Children: Soren Gray Barnett and Cayde Auron Barnett
Parents: Gary and Connie Reed of Ellijay
Siblings: Jeremy Reed (brother)  (sister & husband) Brandy and Michael Dillard of Ellijay, Ga
Paternal Grandmother: “Granny B” Helen Newton if Chatsworth, Ga.
In-laws-
Rex and Rita Rymer of Chatsworth
Judy and James Singleton of Chatsworth
Siblings in law: Christy & Timmy Myers, Cody James Cox, and Cheyenne Rane Rymer.
She is also survived by Tanner Reed and children, Kayla Hill, Dalyla Hill, Cooper Hill, Donavon DeFoor, Brantley DeFoor, Josie DeFoor and Reed DeFoor.
Many loved aunts, uncles, and extended family and cherished friends.
Her beloved pets, special mention – Bear and Max along with many others.
She is preceded in Death by: Granny Ellaree Watkins, Harley and Norma Rymer, and Elmer and Claudia Cline. Uncle Allen Teague.
Jesus replied, “You don’t understand yet what I am doing, but you will understand in time. “
John 13:7
I carry your heart with me. I carry it in my heart. ~E.E. Cummings
In lieu of gifts or flowers, the family wishes for donations to be made in Valerie’s honor to North Murray High School FFA program, Murray County Veterinary Services.
The Family especially wishes to extend their most heartfelt gratitude and thanks to the NMHS FFA program, Fairy Valley Church, Bagley Middle School FFA program, Murray County Veterinary Services, All Local and Surrounding Units of Georgia Forestry Commission. Wishing to say that the family knows God uses His people to help His people.

Memorial Services will be Saturday 2 pm at the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Brondy Davis and Rev. Danny Rymer officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday 12 noon till the funeral hour.

Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory. www.shawnchapmanfh.com

Phillip Reed Lusk

APRIL 2, 1966 ~ DECEMBER 8, 2018 (AGE 52)

Phillip Reed Lusk, 52, of Rydal, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018.

Phillip was preceded in death by his parents: Donald B. and Rosetta W. Lusk of Calhoun; brother: Jerry D. Lusk of Calhoun and sister: Dianne Ponders of CO.

Survivors include his sister: Connie Lusk Jones of Chatsworth.  nephews: Lucas L Jones of Chatsworth;  Paul B Lusk of Va. Beach VA;  Tony Perry and Clay Ponders of CO;  Shawn Perry of Alabama, nieces; Donna M Lusk and Jennifer M Mills of Va. Beach, VA; Lavelle Badger of Chatsworth and many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, great nieces, and nephews.

A Celebration of Phillip’s life will be held from 1:00 until 3:00 on Sunday, December 16, 2018, at the Cloer Barn, Hwy 411 South, Chatsworth, GA.  All family and friends are invited to attend as we share stories and say goodbye to our dearly loved Phillip.

In lieu of flowers, bring your favorite memory and come to celebrate Phillip’s life with his family.

Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory. shawnchapmanfh.com

Elsie Mae Babb

DECEMBER 12, 1932 ~ NOVEMBER 29, 2018 (AGE 85)

Mrs. Elsie Mae Babb, age 85, of Dalton, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard H. and Willie Mae Carney.

Survivors include her children and spouses, Guy Lee and Pauline Babb of Burlington, VT, Martha Hall of Dalton, Ricky and Linda Babb of Chatsworth, Susan and Kenny Owens of Crandall, Jenny Hayes of Chatsworth.

Grandchildren and spouses, Brian and Tiffany Hall of Cleveland, Krista and Adam Tankersley of Chatsworth, Chris Owens of Crandall, April Crow of Rock Springs, Melinda and Jamie Flood of Chatsworth, Daniel Hayes of Jasper, GA, Timothy and Angie Hayes of Chatsworth.  Ten Great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be Thursday at 2 pm in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral home with Rev. Mark Bowen and Rev. Ricky Babb officiating.  Interment will follow in the Amazing Grace Church Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday 5 till 9 pm.

Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory. www.shawnchapmanfh.com

Geneva Lance

JANUARY 1, 1929 ~ NOVEMBER 19, 2018 (AGE 89)

Mrs. Geneva Lance, age 89, of Chatsworth, passed away on November 19, 2018, at her residence.

She was preceded in death by her spouse Robert Cecil (Pete) Lance.  Parents Sid and Pearl (Baggett) Baynes, children Terry and Eddie King, a Great Granddaughter Kylie Cochran. Sisters Gussie Forrest, Mae Forrest, Minnie Ridley, and Helen Robinson. Brothers, J.A. (Buck ) Baynes and Sam Baynes.

Survivors include her children and spouse, Linda King, Darlene King, Denise and Keith Flood all of Chatsworth. Eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Sisters, Nancy Green and Lorene Langham, and a brother Willie Baynes all of Chatsworth. Sisters in law, Oslee Kendrick and Eloise Lance both of Chatsworth. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral Services will be Wednesday 4 pm at New Hope Baptist Church with Rev. Ed Kilgore and David Robinson officiating.  Interment will follow in the New Hope-Kilgore Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday 4 till 9 pm

Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory of Chatsworth.

May 10, 1941 – November 13, 2018

Mr. Vernon L. Wolfe, 77 of Chatsworth, passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at his residence.

Mr. Wolfe will be cremated, and no memorial services have been planned at this time.

Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.