David Michael Rogers

JUNE 9, 1957 ~ JUNE 7, 2019

Mr. David Michael Rogers, age 61, of Chatsworth, passed away at his residence on June 7, 2019.

Mr. Rogers is preceded in death by his dad: Paul E Rogers, grandparents: Arvil & Maggie Rogers, Walter, and Louella Allen. He is survived by his mother: Bonnie Rogers, brother: Danny Rogers, sisters and brothers in law: Karen and Ricky Rymer, Donna and Ronnie Leonard, all of Chatsworth. Also surviving are nieces and nephews: Jacob Rymer, Sarah Casey, Tyson, and Audra Leonard, great nieces and nephews: Nicholas Rymer, Hunter Rymer, Isla and Noah Casey.

The Funeral Service for David will be on Monday, June 10, 2019, at 2 PM in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Ed. Kilgore officiating. Interment will be in New Hope Kilgore Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 5 until 8 PM at the funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Ricky Boring, James Hayes, Jhan Timms, Jacob Rymer, Jeff Allen, Tyson Leonard, and John Dunn

Monuments of Chatsworth: www.shawnchapmanfh.com

William “Bill” Holden

September 19, 1950 – May 19, 2019

William “Bill” Lee Holden of Dalton, age 68, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019. Bill was born on September 19, 1950 to parents, Lula Jane (Jones) Martin and Leslie Gomer Holden in Copperhill, TN.

He attended West Fannin High School where he graduated in 1968. Bill married his wife and best friend, Rose Mary “Rosie” (Hawkins) Holden in Copperhill, TN in 1971. After living briefly in Marietta, Bill and Rosie relocated to Dalton in 1973 where Bill began his career in the construction industry. Bill owned and operated Bill Holden Construction, Inc. and became well-known in the area for his expertise in operating his 50-ton crane. Bill was an avid car collector and could often be seen driving around in one of the cars from his collection. He was very proud of his children and granddaughter and loved showing photos of them to all. Bill also enjoyed spending his weekends “over home” in McCaysville, working and visiting with family and friends. Bill’s sons are proud to continue his legacy in the construction industry by operating their dad’s cranes with the same precision that was characteristic of their dad.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Mary Holden; father, Leslie G. Holden; and brother, Roger Holden.

Bill is survived by his mother, Lula Jane Martin; twin sons, Chase and Shane Holden of Dalton; son, Billy (Jennifer) Holden of Calhoun; granddaughter, Rosemary Holden; brother, Terry (Marilyn) Holden of Chatsworth; nephew, Jeremy Holden of Chatsworth; and many cousins and loved ones.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 25, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Willis officiating. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Cemetery in Copperhill, TN.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.

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

Avery Lee Dotson

MARCH 3, 2011 ~ MARCH 1, 2019

Avery Lee Dotson age 7 of Chatsworth passed away Friday, March 1, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Wesley Dotson.

Survivors include his mother Mandy Dotson, father Andy Dotson two brothers Kyle and Bryce Dotson.

Grandparents Wanda and Mick Haught of Chatsworth, Darrell and Donna Ashenhart of New Martinsville, WV., Linda Dotson of Chatsworth. Aunts Abby Dunn of Chatsworth, Angie Cockburn of Dalton, Anna Dotson of Chatsworth, Rachelle Ashenhart of Virginia Beach VA, and Brittany Nunez of Washington, DC. Uncles Greg and Mitch Haught of Chatsworth. Several Cousins also survive.

Funeral Services will be Thursday 4 pm at the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Gardner officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Valley Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday after 5 pm.

In lieu of flowers please make donations for final expenses.

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

Lena May Parker

NOVEMBER 4, 1940 ~ JUNE 6, 2019

Lena May Parker,78, of Chatsworth, passed away June 6, 2019,at Advent-Health Gorden in Calhoun.

She will be cremated and no service at this time.

Arrangments made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory, and Monuments

Thomas “Eddie” Dunlap

November 02, 1942 – June 07, 2019

Mr. Thomas “Eddie” Dunlap, age 76, of Chatsworth, GA died Friday, June 7, 2019 in Holly, Michigan.

He was born in Baltimore, MD on Nov. 2, 1942 to Thomas and Martha (Cantrell) Dunlap.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Cherylene Dunlap

Survivors include his daughters, Kristy (Henry Rivet) Dunlap-Farrell, Donna (Patrick) Dunlap-Klenner, Shanelle Stover, and Kendra (Ken) Rankin, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Wed. June 12, 2019 at Holly Creek Cemetery, Chatsworth, GA with Rev. Jeremy Southers officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Association.

Dryer Funeral Home in Holly Michigan and Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth are in charge of the arrangements.

Billy Ray

MARCH 31, 1943 ~ FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Mr. Billy Ray of Chatsworth passed away Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019, at the Hamilton Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his wife Joyce Ray, Parents Will and Lillie Mae Ray, brothers J.D., Charles and Earl Ray. Sister Elizabeth Penney.

Survivors include his sons and daughter in law, Chris and Rhonda Ray of Dalton, Greg Ray of Chatsworth. Grandchildren Leah, Lana, and Bailea. Great grandchildren, Nik, Delilah, Daisy, and Scarlett. A Brother Doug Ray of Tunnel Hill and a sister Stella Mae Ray of Dalton. Several Nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral Services will be Saturday 2 pm at the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Smith and Rev.Terry Ray officiating. Interment will be in Casey Springs Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday 5 till 9 pm

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

Mrs. Theresa Robin Craig, age 66, of Chatsworth, passed away on July 17, 2019, at Erlanger Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Porter and Annie Nicholson and a brother: Greg Alexander.

Mrs. Craig is survived by her husband of 49 years: Jim Craig of the residence, daughters and sons in law: Robin and David Kelly, Kathy and Ricky Duckett, Jamie and Nathan Vance all of Chatsworth, grandchildren and spouse: Jade and Drew Dover, Ryan Kelly and Natalie Vance, two great-grandchildren: William Dover and Annie Dover, sisters: Margie Tonkin of Ducktown, TN., Ellen Stiles of Chatsworth, sister-cousin: Sue Dunlap of Walland, TN.

A private Memorial will be held at a later date.

Barbara Ann (Moorehead) Chambers

JULY 23, 1958 ~ MARCH 2, 2019

Barbara Chambers, age 60 of Tunnel Hill, passed away Saturday, March 2nd 2019 in Erlanger Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents, M.C. and Nell Moorehead; and uncle, John Grindle; niece, Tosha Jackson.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Chambers; sons, Aaron, Shawn, Richard Jr, and Matthew Chambers; brother, Jerry (Lori) Moorehead; sisters, Janice (Dean) Andres and Linda (Steve) Farrow; grandchildren, Carmen, Michael and Emily Chambers; and special niece, Bryonna Wills; special friend, Mildred Crabtree.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Barbara Chambers will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, March 5th 2019 from the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill with Rev. Larry Morgan officiating. Burial will be in Lees Chapel Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Monday, March 4th 2019.

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

Jewel Beverly (Johnson) Hedges

NOVEMBER 16, 1942 ~ FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Jewel Beverly Hedges, 76, of Chatsworth, passed away on February 17, 2019, at Murray Medical Center (AdventHealth) under hospice care given by Homespun Hospice in Murray County, Georgia. Jewel was surrounded by her family after a hard fought battle with multiple health issues.

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

Jewel was born in Ellijay, Georgia to Jimmy Johnson and Frances Roberson on November 16, 1942. She graduated from Jackson High School in Miami, Florida where she was a competitive shooter on the rifle team. Jewel graduated from Dalton State College. Jewel was a Master Gardner. She enjoyed painting, sketching and her pets.

She married James Hedges on December 16, 1964, in Kansas City, Kansas. While living in Las Vegas, Nevada Jewel was working as a telephone operator when she spoke with Jimmy Durante. Jewel worked at Murray County Hospital for 26 years as an Administrative Assistant to the Hospital Administrator. Jewel LOVED her Murray County Hospital family. One of the administrators she enjoyed working with was Jim Hazel. Jewel retired from the Murray County Extension 4H Office (University of Georgia) after working ten years with Louis Dykes, the County Extension Agent.

Jewel is preceded in death by her Grandparents Walter and Phobee Blackwell Pierce who raised her during her toddler and her preschool years. Frances Roberson (2011) mother, Jimmy Johnson (2002) father and Elizabeth “Ashley” Hedges (2015) Jewel’s special granddaughter. Her special pets waiting for her at Rainbow Bridge are Conway (Lhasa Apso), Murphy (Lhasa Apso), Katie (Dalmatian), Hootch (Mixed Terrier), Lillie (Cat) and Sissy (Rottweiler). Jewel also had Goosey. Goosey was a Canadian Goose that Jewel rescued by stopping traffic in front of Hardee’s in Chatsworth to pick up the duckling out of the road.

Jewel is survived by her husband James (Jim) Hedges, Curtis Hedges of Signal Mountain, TN, Dr. Beverly Hedges, Becky Hedges, Connie Hedges, Jimmy Lee Hedges (Mesa, Arizona) and Richard Hedges (Topeka, KS). Granddaughters Cassie Hedges (Mesa, Arizona) and Rene Hicks and her grandson Curtis Hedges, Jr. both of (Cleveland, TN). Special cousins David Pierce and Betty Hamrick.

Memorials may be given to Murray County Animal Shelter in Chatsworth, Georgia. The family of Jewel wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Murray Medical Center now known as AdventHealth, their physicians Dr. Counsell, Dr. Wilson and Dr. Maddox. The AdventHealth Nursing Staff and Vanessa. The family would also like to thank First Baptist Church of Chatsworth (for building the ramp), Homespun Hospice.

Miguel Raymundo Velasquez

AUGUST 14, 1947 ~ FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Mr. Miguel Raymundo Velasquez, age 71, passed away, Wednesday, February 27, 2019, at Floyd Medical Center.

Services will be Sunday 3 pm at the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home.

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

Michael L. McCamy

September 15, 1966 – March 09, 2019

Mr. Michael Lloyd McCamy age 52 of Chatsworth, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at his residence.

Mr. McCamy was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Judy Baldridge McCamy; grandparents, John and Martha McCamy and Allie and Ruby Baldridge; special uncles, Gary McCamy, Roger Baldridge, Billy Joe Baldridge and Troy Bell.

Survivors include his wife Chrystal Luffman McCamy of Chatsworth; sisters and brothers-in-law, Michelle & Tim Tankersley, Kim & Donny Lawson, and Jennifer & Gary Chadwick –all of Chatsworth; nieces and nephews, Zack Bivens, Haleigh Steelman Head, Ashley Lawson, Jacey Lawson, Jake Chadwick, Jenna Chadwick and Addison Bivens; other dear extended family also survives.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. McCamy will be held Monday, March 11, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Bobby Green and Bro. Chas Bishop officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Valley Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Sunday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial contributions be made to the Alpha-1 Foundation, attn.: Development Office 3300 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, FL 33134, www.alpha1.org, the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org or the American Heart Association, www.heart.org.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Marquis Industries.

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

Debora “Debbie” Elrod

December 25, 1956 – March 06, 2019

Mrs. Debora “Debbie” Elrod age 62 of Cochran, GA, formerly of Crandall, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at her residence.

She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Tennga.

Mrs. Elrod was preceded in death parents, Charlie “Jack” Brown and Oleda Brown; brothers Terry and Perry Brown; sisters, Margaret Wilkins and Sally Brown.

Survivors include husband, Carl Elrod of Cochran, GA; step-daughters and spouses, Victoria & Chad Bohannon of Calhoun and Lois & Kevin Sanford of Nicklesville; special nephew, Randy Brown; sister, Jan Eubanks of South Carolina; step-grandchildren, Bailey Sanford, Trent and Trinity Bohannon; several other extended family member also survive.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Elrod will be held Monday, March 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Ball Play Church Cemetery in Tennessee.

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

In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to help with final expenses.

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

Mack Hill

November 29, 1933 – February 15, 2019

Mr. Mack Hill, age 85, of Chatsworth passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019 at his residence.

He was a member of Chatsworth First United Methodist Church and Masonic Lodge #691 of Stockbridge, GA and a veteran of the United States Air Force.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lawrence & Mamie Scott Hill, and wife, JoAnne Pannell Hill.

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Melanie Hill Agard & James Agard of Chatsworth; brother and sister-in-law, Van & Sarah Hill of Chatsworth; sister-in-law, Ola Jon Vaughn of Dalton; grandson, Andrew Agard; special caregiver, Amy Hall; and several dear extended family members.

Funeral services for Mr. Hill will be held Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Tamlyn Collins officiating. Interment will follow at Studdard Cemetery in Social Circle, GA.

The family will receive friends Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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

Bobby Lee Mulkey

February 10, 1945 – February 09, 2019

Mr. Bobby L. Mulkey age 73 of Chatsworth, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Murray Medical Center.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Bob & Jean Mulkey; brothers, James, Steve and Wendell Mulkey; sisters, Sue Goble and Betty Sisson.

Survivors include daughter, Julie Mulkey of Chatsworth; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy & Karen Mulkey of Chatsworth; grandchildren Andrew Mulkey and Clay Coggins; great-granddaughter, Remington Coggins; nieces & nephews.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Mulkey will be held Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Willis, Sr. officiating.

The family will receive friends Tuesday from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. at the Peeples Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations made to help with final expenses.

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

Bobby L Moore

SEPTEMBER 17, 1961 ~ JANUARY 25, 2019

Mr. Bobby L. Moore, 57, of Dalton, passed away Friday, January 25th, 2019.

He is preceded in death by his father William Moore.

Survivors include his loving spouse of 31 years Brenda Moore. Son and daughter-in-law Michael and Sherri Bennett. Grandchildren Justin, Jadyn, and Jenna Bennett. Sister and brother-in-law Sharon and Randy Goodson all of Dalton.

Services will be Sunday, January 27th at 2 pm in the Chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Kelly Grant Officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 pm until the Funeral hour.

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

John W. Garland

January 23, 1945 – February 03, 2019

Mr. John Wesley Garland, age 74 of Chatsworth, formerly of Ellijay, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019 at his residence.

John was born on January 23, 1945 in Gilmer County, son of the late Wes & Lena Garland. He worked 42 years at Shaw Plant 20. John was a member of the Smyrna Baptist Church in Chatsworth.

Mr. Garland was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Bill, Bud, Joe, and Briggs Garland and Mae Henson; granddaughter Natalie Stafford.

Survivors include wife, Diane Garland of Chatsworth; daughters and son-in-law, Lisa & Johnny Merrell, and Pam Garland – all of Ellijay; sons and daughters-in-law, Chad & April Stafford of Chatsworth, Andy & Kimberly Stafford of Cohutta; brothers and sisters-in-law, George & Evelyn Garland of Woodstock, Wayne & Carol Garland of Ellijay; sister and brother-in-law, Ruth & Charles Starks of Ellijay; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, David & Cindy Sanford of Chatsworth; grandchildren and spouses, Devon & Kayla Merrell, Shelby, Johnathan, and Eric Merrell, Crystal White, Avery Carroll, John Tate Bradburn, Abby, Kara, and Emma Stafford, Laney Baldridge, Adison & Murphy Baynes; nieces, nephews also survive.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Garland will be held Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Smyrna Baptist Church with Rev. Andrew Bowen and Rev. Winfred Casey officiating. Interment will follow in the Smyrna Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Peeples Funeral Home.

Flowers are accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the Smyrna Baptist Church P.O. Box 1341 Chatsworth, GA 30705

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