Mr. Robert A. “Bob” Jones age 80 of Cisco, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2019.

Bob enjoyed being outdoors, where he was an avid hunter and fisherman. Bob was an honorable member of the Sumach Masonic Lodge # 55, where he served as Past Master in 1983.  He was a faithful member of Cisco Baptist Church for over 60 years. Bob lived all his life in the Cohutta Wilderness.

Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his parents Casey Robert Jones and Mollie Pellom Jones; grandparents, Kate and George Pellom and Jake and Elmira Jones; brother, Kenneth P. Jones.

Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Diane & Jeff Wolfly of Charleston, TN; son and daughter-in-law, Randy & Teresa Jones of Cleveland, TN; special friend, Jean Peden Jones of Crandall; brothers and sister-in-law, Jakie Jones of Cisco, and Charles & Brenda Jones of Cisco; sisters and brother-in-law, Geneva Sue Jones of Carrollton, GA, Barbara & Russell Flatters of Tennga and Syble Jones of Rome, GA; sister-in-law, Grace Stinnett Jones Stiles; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Jones will be held Sunday, July 14, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Bobby Bowers and Rev. Stephen Smith officiating. Masonic Rites will follow the service in the chapel. Interment will be held in the Fairy Valley Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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

Ezekial Edward Brown

JULY 11, 1974 ~ MAY 14, 2019

Ezekial Edward Brown, age 44 of Ringgold, passed away Tuesday, May 14th 2019 at his home,

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Zeke and Loucindy Brown; Robert J. Barton, and Louise Greeson.

He is survived by his wife, Laura Brown; parents, Mack and Sandy Brown; children, Mack, Charlie, Zoey, and Emily Brown and Penny Cantrell; brother, David Brown; sisters, Sharon McJunkin, Rita Smith, and Mary Brown.

Services to celebrate the life of Ezekial Brown will be 11:00 am Thursday, May 16th 2019 from the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill with Heath Morton and Rev. J.T. Sanders officiating. Burial will be in Gordy Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday, May 15th 2019.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made towards funeral expenses.

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

Helen Newton

October 11, 1930 – May 24, 2019

Mrs. Helen Eunave Newton, 88 of Chatsworth passed away Friday, May, 24, 2019 at Parkside in Ellijay.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Beulah Coram; daughter-in-law, Diane Reed; brother, Melvin Coram; sister, Inez Medlin.

Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law, Ray Reed of Chatsworth, Gary and Connie Reed of Ellijay; daughters, Peggy Evans of Chatsworth, Joyce and Steven Priest of Chatsworth;12 grandkids; 30 great-grandkids, 25 great great-grandkids; extended family also survives.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Helen Eunave Newton will be held Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment will follow in Holly Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Helen Eunave Newton.

Mr. Hoyt Blanchard age 86 Dalton passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at his residence surrounded by his family.

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

Earl West was born on February 19, 1944 and won his battle over cancer on July 19, 2019.

Earl was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Kara West; father and mother, Stanton and Annie Lou Keener-West; and brother, Arvil West.

Earl is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Ellen Fraker West. Also surviving are two sons, LaDon West and his wife, Treasa, and Chris West and his wife, Daphne. Grandchildren are LaRissa and Anthony Landowski, Kade West, Kason West, Colby Ramsey, Caleb Ramsey, Caden Ramsey, and an adopted granddaughter, Stephannie and Joel Corn. Great-grandchildren are Analissa and Asher Landowski. Also surviving are his brother and sister-in-law, Haden and Mildred West; sisters and brothers-in-law, Rachel and Larry Warren, Dorothy Lawless, Marie Grant, Doris and Wayne Wade, and Deloris Holcombe; and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind two beloved pets, Rosie & Scrappy.

Earl loved his family and is lovingly remembered as the one who was called no matter the time for whatever the need was. He loved his church family at Welcome Hill Baptist and serving dinner there on Wednesday nights. Earl was an avid hunter and fisherman – a trait that he passed on to his boys, his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His family cannot remember a time that he didn’t grow a garden and raise chickens, of which he supplied the whole family with the fruits thereof. Not only did he supply them with physical fruits; he led by example in serving God during all walks of life – leading them to Him.

The family wants to extend a special Thank You to Dr. Conry, Dr. Dobelbower, Terri Sinquefield, and the entire staff at UAB Acton Road Radiation & Oncology Center.  You have loved our entire family through many dark times, and we are forever grateful.

Funeral services for Earl West will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, July 22, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Dr. Zach Sizemore and Rev. Travis Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the Dawnville Methodist Cemetery. Mr. West will be escorted to the cemetery by the Patriot Guard Riders of Georgia, and military honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 167 of Chatsworth.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm.

Pallbearers will be nephews: Harold West, Arvil West, Michael Lawless, Anthony Lawless, Mitch Fraker, and Gary Grant.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to one of the following: 1) The Hope Lodge at UAB Birmingham, cancer.org/hopelodgebirmingham, 2) Welcome Hill Baptist Operation Christmas Child, 2772 Welcome Hill Circle, Dalton, GA 30721 (make check payable to WHBC, memo line OCC/Earl West), or 3) Center Valley United Methodist Church, 5394 GA-225, Chatsworth, GA 30705.

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

Rigoberto Jarquin, age 25, of Chatsworth passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Librada Cortes.

Survivors include his parents, Antero and Eugenia Jarquin of Oaxaca, Mexico; brothers, Antero Jarquin, Jr. of Chatsworth and Gabino Carreno of Oaxaca, Mexico; and sister, Lizeth Jarquin of Chatsworth.

Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 am on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Saint Toribio Romo Catholic Church with Father Salomon Garcia Cortes officiating. Interment will follow in Spring Place Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Peeples Funeral Home on Friday from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm.

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

Talmadge Cecil Green

MAY 4, 1934 ~ MAY 3, 2019

Talmadge Green age 84 of Crandall, passed away Friday, May 3rd 2019 at his home.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Lee Green; parents, Arnold and Mattie Green; brother and sisters.

He is survived by special nephews, Rex Jones, Alan Brackett, and Brian Smith; sister-in-law, Viola Green; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Talmadge Green will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, May 7th 2019 from the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Chatsworth with Elder Kyle Green and Elder Kelly Smith officiating. Burial will be in Cool Springs Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm Monday, May 6th 2019.

In lieu of flowers, Mr. Green had requested that flowers be omitted and memorials be made to Blue Ridge Primitive Baptist Church C/O Greg Smith 540 Norton Bridge Road Chatsworth, Georgia 30705.

Jones Funeral Home of Chatsworth is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Betty Belle Hodge, age 78, of Chatsworth passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Hamilton Medical Center.

Betty was a member of City View Church of God. She loved her church and her kids and grandkids.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Hodge; son, Neil Hodge; son-in-law, Dwayne Ratliff; granddaughter, Katrina White; parents, Sherman and Eleanor Kuhn; and siblings.

Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Robin Ratliff of Kingston, TN, Tammy & Gene Madden of Chatsworth, Kevin & Deanna Hodge of Chatsworth, and Kelly (Hodge) & Jeff Alexander of Chatsworth; daughter-in-law, Regina Hodge of Crandall; sisters, Nancy Snyder of Austintown, OH and Goldie Creech of McDonald, OH; and several loving grandkids and great-grandkids.

Homecoming services for Mrs. Hodge will be held at 4:00 pm on Friday, July 26, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Gerald Foster officiating.

Mrs. Hodge will be laid to rest on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 4:00 pm in Daysville Cemetery in Rockwood, TN.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations toward Mrs. Hodge’s funeral expenses.

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

Richard Eugene Jenkins, age,55 passed away at Advent-health-Murray July,17,2019.  Mr.Jenkins is preceded by his mother: Patsy Jenkins, grandparents: Raymond and Pearl Jenkins and grandfather: J.B. Davenport.

Survived by father: Tommy Jenkins of Chatsworth, step-sister, and fiance Tammy Bryant and Richard Harris, of Dalton. aunt, and uncle: Carolyn and Terry of Chatsworth, aunt: Linda of Chatsworth and aunt: Betty of Tennessee.

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

James “Jim” Hedges

APRIL 28, 1936 ~ MAY 2, 2019

James “Jim” Hedges, 83, of Chatsworth, passed away on Thursday, May 2nd 2019, at Murray Medical Center (AdventHealth) under hospice care given by Homespun Hospice in Murray County, Georgia. Jim was surrounded by his family after a short battle with multiple health issues.

Jim will be cremated and no services will be held per his request. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.

Jim was born in Maple Hill, Kansas to John and Thelma Hedges on April 28, 1936. He graduated from Denison High School 1954, (16 in the graduation class) in Denison, Kansas where he was an athlete playing Basketball and Baseball winning State various years. Jim also enrolled in Kansas State in the certificate program earning a certificate in Artificial Insemination. Jim’s dad was the Mayor of Denison and had the only store in town. As a child, Jim rescued stray dogs. The stray dogs would be hooked to his wagon that Jim drove around town. He had a 16 dog wagon. Jim enjoyed rodeo and playing Cowboy Music. Jim had two favorite horses Jigger and Spanky. Jim started his rodeo career in California roping goats. He went on to saddle broncs, calf roping and some team roping on both sides. Jim moved back to Kansas from California with his horse in the back of the pickup truck; his belongings tucked around the horse and his family inside the pickup truck while pulling a small camper trailer behind the truck.

Jim married Jewel Hedges November 16, 1966 in Kansas City, Kansas. While living in McLouth, Kansas Jim was foreman of Black Watch Ranch were he was the overseer of 900 head of Black Angus Cattle. While in Kansas he and his band, “Jim Hedges and the Country Times” were booked six months in advance. Jim worked at Murray County Hospital for several years. He resigned from the hospital and was a welder by trade. Jim retired from MidSouth Metals.

Jim, his wife and family moved to Georgia to get closer to Nashville. Jim won the “Kentucky Fried Chicken Songwriter’s Contest” while living in Georgia. After winning the contest, he did not pursue music as hard as he was uncomfortable signing autographs.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Jewel Hedges, a special granddaughter, Elizabeth “Ashley” Hedges and his sister Peggy McCrory. His special pets are waiting for him at Rainbow Bridge are Jigger (Sorrel Horse), Sissy (Rottweiler) and Hooch (Mixed Terrier.) Jim also had a Canadian goose that flew at his shoulder as he walked to the barn to feed the horses. Goosey would also fly back to the house ahead of Jim and then slow back to his shoulder.

Jim is survived by his sons, daughter-in-law and daughters James “Jimmy” Lee Hedges and Debbie Hedges (Mesa, Arizona), Richard and Liberty Hedges (Wichita, Kansas), Curtis Hedges (Signal Mountain, Tennessee), Dr. Beverly Hedges, Becky Hedges and Connie Hedges all of Chatsworth. Sister, Marie Gunther, brother and sister-in-law, Johnny and Sheila Hedges. Grandchildren are Cassie Hedges (Mesa, Arizona), Kendra Smith (Baldwin, Kansas) Rene Hicks, Curtis Hedges, Jr. (Cleveland, Tennessee), Adrian and Tina Fernandes (Wichita, Kansas.) Special childhood friend Alfred Twombly. Jim is also survived by Priscilla Hedges.

The family of Jim wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Murray Medical Center which is now known as AdventHealth, the WONDERFUL physician Dr. Counsell, the Nursing Staff and Vanessa. The family would also like to thank First Baptist Church of Chatsworth (for building the ramp) and would also like to thank Homespun Hospice for being there for both parents. The family would also like to thank Keith Davis with Homespun Hospice for his continued support during the last two and a half months.

Daniel Charles (Coca-Cola Charlie) Owen

JUNE 7, 1939 ~ MAY 23, 2019

Mr. Daniel Charles (Coca-Cola Charlie) Owen Sr.age 79 of Dalton passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his son Daniel Charles Owen Jr. (Dan Charlie), Parents Daniel Clarence and Evelyn (Crow) Owen, Grandchildren Shayna and Alysha Edwards, Claire Owen, brothers Gene and Felton Owen and sisters Annie Hester and Loretta Pullen.

Survivors include his wife of 56 years Barbara Jean (Head) Owen. Children and spouses Carol and Randy Edwards of Calhoun, Nathan and Renee Owen of Summerville. Grandchildren Jeremy, Jonathan, and Kaylee Owen, Alyssa and Tyler Dukes, Scott, Kevin, Bryanna, and Tericka Edwards, and Emerald Bentley. Great Grandchildren, Keith, Gracie, Easton, Rylee, Charlie, Harper, James, and Ashton. Two sisters Virginia and Betty Sue both of Flordia.

Celebration of Life will be Monday 6 pm at the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Larry Green officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday 3 pm till 6 pm.

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

Mrs. Rachel L. Stafford, age 86, of Cohutta passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at Hamilton Medical Center.

She was a member of Fairy Valley Baptist Church, a shopaholic, and a gifted gardener.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Stafford; parents, Melvin and Vallie Pullen; brothers, Gene Pullen, Floyd Pullen, and Thomas Pullen; sisters, Lorene Dunn and Magdalene Cook; son-in-law, Tony Vining; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Bessie Pullen, Hazel Pullen, and Barney Gallman; and niece and nephews, Deb Goode, Lamar Dunn, and Gary Pullen.

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Roy and Terrie Stafford of Varnell and Ronnie and Janice Stafford of Dalton; daughters and son-in-law, Betty and Ray Plemons of Dalton and Barbara Vining of Dalton; brothers and sister-in-law, Howard Pullen of Chatsworth and James and Debbie Pullen of Crandall; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lucy and Robert Mantooth of Crandall, Mary Lou Gallman of Chatsworth, Minnie Ruth and Billy Ballew of Chatsworth, and Ann and Jerry Flood of Chatsworth; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 9 great-great-grandchildren; and several dear nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, July 26, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Ballew officiating. Interment will follow in Fairy Valley Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm.

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

Judy Ray, age 63 of Chatsworth, passed away Thursday, July 11th 2019 peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Pink Bivens and Mary Cooper; brother, Reed Bivens; and sister, Betty Odell. She is survived by her husband, Timothy Ray; daughters, Trisha Ray and Alicia Ray; brothers, William (Ethel) Bivens, Richard Bivens, Bubba (Angie) Cooper, David (Shirley) Bivens, and Jonah (Norma) Bivens; sisters, Gaynell (Gene) Odell, Flora Lou (James Earl) Odell, Loretta Duckett, Lorene Ledford, and Phyllis Patty; step-father, Lawrence Cooper; special friends, Darrell Ledford, Robbie Patty, and Terry Odell; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Judy Ray will be 2:00 pm Monday, July 15th 2019 from the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Chatsworth with Dr. Danny Cochran officiating. Burial will be in Holly Creek Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm Sunday, July 14th 2019. Flowers are appreciated or donations may be made to Sassy’s Hope, Inc. P.O. Box 792 Dalton, Georgia 30722. Jones Funeral Home of Chatsworth is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Charles “Tony” Stewart

NOVEMBER 27, 1960 ~ JUNE 11, 2019

Mr. Charles “Tony” Stewart, age 58, of Chatsworth, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, June 11, 2019.

He is preceded in death by his wife: Lynn Stewart, brother: Bruce Stewart and parents: Charles and Reva Long Stewart.

Tony is survived by his son: Kurtis Lykin, grandson: John Tate, sister: Vickey Stewart and nephew: Tadd Davenport all of Chatsworth.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

Ronald King

April 09, 1959 – May 23, 2019

Ronald Glenn King, age 60, of Chatsworth passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at his residence.

He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Tommy Glenn King; mother, Geneva Elizabeth Stacey Banks; and sister, Mary King.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Jean Banks King; daughter, Shirley Ann King of Chatsworth; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry and Roxy King and Donald and Yvonne King – all of Chatsworth; sisters and brothers-in-law, Sue King, Donald and Sabrina Clendening, and Craig and Tommie Stanley – all of Chatsworth; special niece who was like another daughter, Amy Pittman and her husband, Scott; special caregivers, Tammy and Sam Coe; and several other nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mr. King will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, May 26, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Pastor Brad Boynton officiating. Interment will follow in Cool Springs Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm.

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

Katherine Davenport, age 76 of Ringgold, passed away Saturday, July 27th 2019 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sidney Davenport; daughter, Melissa Darlene Davenport; and grandchildren, Ashley Haynes and Sidney Jean Davenport.

She is survived by her children, Nerissa Davenport and Wayne Williams; Regenia (Tommy) Cook, Sidney Davenport, Brian Davenport, and Byron (Marie) Davenport; 9 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Katherine Davenport will be 5:00 pm Tuesday, July 30th 2019 from the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill with Rev. Johnny Carnes officiating. Burial will be in Gordy Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm Tuesday, July 30th 2019.

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