Reuben Ray Miller: Obituary
Obituaries March 12, 2019
Reuben Ray Miller
June 03, 1957 – March 04, 2019
Mr. Reuben Ray Miller, age 61, of Chatsworth, Georgia passed away on Monday, March 4, 2019 at AdventHealth Murray.
Reuben was born on June 3, 1957 in Quincy, Illinois to the late Rufus Reuben Miller and Mary L. Briggs Miller.
He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Clifford, Larry, Charley, and Danny Miller, and sisters, Betty Hartsock, Arlene Davis, Bonnie Broughton, and Mary Louise.
Survivors include his wife, Tamia Lee White Miller; daughter, Rebecca Lyn Miller of Chatsworth; granddaughters, Skyla Jade Miller of Chatsworth and Makayla Allen of Chatsworth; brother, Samuel Miller of Brandon, Florida; sisters, Julie Stephens of Sun City, Arizona, Darlene Von Thun of Palmyra, Missouri, and Eva Fae Shores of Shelbina, Missouri; and many dear extended family members.
Funeral services for Mr. Miller will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 9, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home. Cremation will follow.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 12:00 pm until the funeral hour.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making memorial contributions to Sleep in Heavenly Peace either by mail to 1351 Rider Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534 or by using the donate button on their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/shpdawsonville/.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Deborah Jean Goode: Obituary
Obituaries February 13, 2019
Deborah Jean Goode
October 03, 1957 – February 04, 2019
Deborah Jean Goode, 61 of Dalton, passed away Monday, February 4, 2019 at Hamilton Medical Center.
Deborah was a member of Little Prospect Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and going shopping.
She is preceded in death by her father, Gene Pullen and mother, Bessie Pullen.
Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law, Jesse and Jaime Goode of Ringgold and Sean Goode of Dalton; brother and sister-in-law, Ricky and Liz Pullen of Dalton; grandchildren, Kendall Goode and Bennett Goode; nieces and nephews, Amanda, Nathan, and Dixie Hawkins and Anthony, Chelsea, Bentley, and Bristol Pullen.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Deborah Jean Goode will be held Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Keith James and Rev. Billy Ballew officiating. Interment will follow in Fairy Valley Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements for Deborah Jean Goode.
Dyllon Hall: Obituary
Obituaries February 5, 2019
Dyllon Hall
APRIL 21, 2002 ~ JANUARY 27, 2019
Dyllon Hall, age 16, of Chatsworth, passed away Sunday January 27, 2019.
He is preceded in death by his grandmothers: Julia Shelton, Sheila Hammontree and grandfather Terry Gossett.
Survivors include his mother Jennifer Quinton and father: Mikey Hall, sisters and brothers in law: Ashley and Andrew Boatwright, Angel and Christopher Hall, Whittney Ellis, Kristen Quinton and Shelby Byrd, brothers; Daniel McBrayer, Jonathan Duckworth, Ethan Ellis and Travis Byrd. Several Aunts, Uncles and cousins also survive.
Funeral Services will be Friday at 2 pm in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Steve Champion officiating. Interment will be at West Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday 12 noon till the funeral hour at 2 pm.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory in Chatsworth
Edd Parson, Jr.: Obituary
Obituaries February 5, 2019
Edd Parson, Jr.
December 17, 1930 – February 03, 2019
Mr. Edd Parson, Jr., loving husband and father of four children, passed away at the age of 88 on February 3, 2019. Edd was born in his grandparents’ home in Chatsworth, GA on December 17, 1930 to Edd and Pearl (Chambers) Parson. On September 5, 1953, he married Edith Patterson. They raised a daughter and three sons.
Edd was a Korean War veteran of the United States Army. While in service, he was stationed in Germany. He cherished time sitting on the porch in the evenings with his family and friends talking over the day and about their lives. He also enjoyed traveling, restoring antique tractors, and airplanes. He enjoyed gospel singings and fellowship time with his friends and loved ones.
Edd was preceded in death by his father, Edd Parson, Sr., and his mother, Pearl (Chambers) Parson; sister, Jonnie Nicholson; nephew, Neil Setter, Jr.; and niece, Dawn Tanksley.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Edith Parson; daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and Roger DeVaughn; sons and daughters-in-law, Eddy and Patty Parson, Ricky and Debby Parson, and Ben and Sharon Parson, all of Crandall; sister, Jeraldine Setter; grandchildren, Kelly and Johnny Ingram, Blake and Ashley Parson, Maria and Carl Taylor, Jamie Parson, Virginia and Alan Atkins, Hannah Parson, and Benjamin Parson; great-grandchildren, Lane Holsomback, Ella Keith, Asa Taylor, Alexis Parson, Landon Atkins, and Ava Atkins; nieces, Sonjua (Jack) Pritchett (son, Logan), Beverly Tanksley, (son, Derek) and Jeanne Carole (Kent) Suddeth (children, Emily and Evan); brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Thomas Patterson, Charles and Ruby Patterson, Grady and Rhonda Patterson, Wanda and Bill Webb, Bonnie and Ray Cavett, and Arlene Stevenson; and special friends, Linda Parson and Leon Caylor.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Edd Parson, Jr. will be held Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Bobby Bowers and Rev. Ben Parson officiating. Interment will follow at Fairy Valley Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Edd Parson, Jr.
Ruth Gibson: Obituary
Obituaries June 11, 2019
Ruth Gibson
March 02, 1932 – June 04, 2019
Ruth Marie Jeske Gibson, age 87, of Chatsworth passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at her residence.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Billie Gibson; father, Ewald Theodore Jeske; mother, Bertha Marie Polster Jeske; brothers, Raymond and Roy Jeske; sisters, Nola Lane and Ida Wood; grandson, Cliff Mitchell; and great-granddaughter, Cassandra Lewis.
Ruth is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Ray Gibson of Chatsworth, John and Sarah Gibson of Chatsworth, David and Katherine Gibson of Benton, AR, Sam and Bev Gibson of Chatsworth, and Daniel and Redia Gibson of Chatsworth; daughters and son-in-law, Cheryl Lewis of Dalton and Patricia and Jerry Mitchell of Chatsworth; sister, Gladys Smith of Athens, GA; 18 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mrs. Gibson will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, June 7, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Chris Ray and Mr. Dan Sluder officiating. Interment will follow at Murray Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Richard Hill: Obituary
Obituaries March 12, 2019Richard Hill
APRIL 23, 1947 ~ FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Mr. Richard Hill, age 71, of Chatsworth, passed away Monday, Feb. 25, 2019, at Hamilton Medical Center.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
Rosea Beatrice Morrison: Obituary
Obituaries March 12, 2019
Rosea Beatrice Morrison
June 03, 1936 – February 27, 2019
Rosea Beatrice Morrison, age 82, of Chatsworth passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at her residence.
She was a member of Cedar Valley Cathedral of Praise and enjoyed studying and recording her ancestry.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie & Janie Franklin; brothers, Buster, Witty, Lonnie, and Little Virgil Franklin; and granddaughter, Samantha Silvers.
Survivors include her husband, James Morrison; daughters and son-in-law, Gayle Dougherty of Chatsworth and Pam & George Glenn of Chatsworth; sisters and brothers-in-law, Gracie & Claudius Morrison of Rocky Face, Mollie & Lynn Carpenter of Rocky Face, and Becky & Terry Milsap of LaFayette; grandchildren, Chrissie & Cotton Smith, Matthew & Kristen Silvers, Brandon Glenn, and Monica & Clayton Meadows; great-grandchildren, Haley and Javan Vineyard, Canyon and Brianna Vineyard, Blake Silvers, Taylor and Jade Planza, and Xander, Cason, and Lily Meadows; and special great-grandchildren, Elsi Whitfield, Kennedy Rose Vineyard, and Savannah and Jessie Newton.
Funeral services for Mrs. Morrison will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 2, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Glenn Stout officiating. Interment will follow at Murray Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Margaret Ann Marney: Obituary
Obituaries February 13, 2019Margaret Ann Marney
JUNE 8, 1943 ~ FEBRUARY 11, 2019
Margaret Ann Marney, age 75, of Dalton, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2019, surrounded by her family, after a long and hard fought battle with multiple health issues. She was 75.
Margaret is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Hazel Marney, Sister, Marlene Lumpkin, and her beautiful Grandson, Dustin James Jennings.
Born in June of 1943 in Dalton GA, she grew up on the South end of Whitfield County enjoying riding her Tennessee Walking Horses and driving fast cars. She was a Graduate of Valley Point High School Class of 1961. She always had a story to tell, often creating tears of laughter from the tales of her mischievous adventures.
Margaret was first and foremost a dedicated mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She embraced every possible moment spent with her family and took great pride in their successes and accomplishments. She will be survived by and missed greatly by those she has left behind, daughter Angie Jennings and Kimberly Biddy of Ringgold, daughter Alethea Temple and Jody Temple of Rome, son Bill Jennings of Chatsworth, Grandchildren Josh Pickens, Hunter Jennings, MacKenzie Temple, and Cooper Jennings and her Great Grandson Gavin Pickens. She also leaves behind her cherished fiance’ Marlin Cochran and her “Other daughter” Dana Burchfield.
Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, February 15, 2019, from 5-9pm at Shawn Chapman Funeral Home 2362 Highway 76 Chatsworth GA. A private burial will be held at a later date.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
Lester A. Roper: Obituary
Obituaries February 5, 2019
Lester A. Roper
NOVEMBER 9, 1962 ~ JANUARY 28, 2019
Mr. Lester A. Roper, age 56, of Eton, passed away Monday, January 28, 2018 at Hamilton Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles and Kathern Roper and a special friend Tony Hawkins.
Survivors include his brothers and sisters in law: Allen and Laura Roper, Jerry and Gladys Roper all of Dawnville, sisters and brother in law: Linda and Allan Cantrell of Dawnville, Kay Dodson of Eton, special friend: Wanda Roberts. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral Services will be Thursday, January 31, at 2 pm in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Eddie Cochran and Rev. Gary Bowen officiating. Interment will follow in the Dawnville United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday 5 till 9 pm. Pallbearers will be Allen Fugate, Ivan Donahue, Brandon Roper, James Longwell and Michael Plott.
In lieu of flowers please make donations for final expenses.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
Charles “Charlie” D. Sparks: Obituary
Obituaries February 5, 2019
Charles “Charlie” D. Sparks
July 31, 1942 – January 25, 2019
Charles “Charlie” D. Sparks, age 76, of Chatsworth passed away on Friday, January 25, 2019 at his residence.
He was a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Ball Ground, GA and the president and founder of S&W Communications, Inc.
Charlie was preceded in death by his father, Douglas Sparks; son, Bobby Sparks; brother, Jerry Sparks; and sister, Linda Jane Sparks.
Survivors include his wife, Glenda LaVerne Petty Sparks of Chatsworth; sons and daughters-in-law, Bryan & Laura Sparks of Decatur and Allen & Lisa Sparks of Canton; daughter, JoAnn Adams; mother, Willie Mae Sparks of Canton; sisters and brothers-in-law, Virginia & Ruel Davis of Canton and Helen & Raymond Smith of Woodstock; sister-in-law, Phyllis Sparks of Cumming; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services for Mr. Sparks will be held at 2:30 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Tony Patterson officiating. Interment will follow at Ramsey Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Storm Curl: Obituary
Obituaries January 25, 2019
Storm Curl
OCTOBER 30, 2001 ~ JANUARY 15, 2019
Mr. Storm Curl, age 17, of Dalton, passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother: Deloris Massingill.
Survivors include his father: Steven Lee Curl, mother and stepfather: Tonja and John Holliday all of Dalton, sister and nephew: Brittani and Jayden Curl, grandparents: Rex and Barbara Dixon all of Dalton, stepsisters and spouses: Leigha and Nick Ortiz, Kayla and Andrew Watkins and a half brother: Dylan Burch all of Dalton, step brothers and sister: Olico Dennis, Cade Dennis, and Jamecia Dennis all of Calhoun.
Funeral Services will be Tuesday at 3 pm at 11th Ave. Baptist Church with Rev. Ronald Guffy officiating. Interment will follow in the Amazing Grace Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 11th Ave Baptist Church Tuesday 12 noon till the funeral hour at 3 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
Charles Lee Daniel Truitt: Obituary
Obituaries July 30, 2019
Mr. Charles Lee Daniel Truitt, age 61, passed away July 26, 2019, in Nashville, TN.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
John Henry Jackson: Obituary
Obituaries July 25, 2019
Mr. John Henry Jackson, age 27, of Chattanooga, TN., passed away suddenly Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Dr. John Henry Murry.
Survivors include his mother: Dr. Deidre Pierce of Chatsworth, GA., and father: Steven Jackson of Bristol, TN, sister: Hannah Jackson, formerly of Kingsport, TN., now of Boston, MA. Other family members include grandmother: Naomi S. Murry, also of Chatsworth, grandparents: Tommie and Loretta Jackson of Greeneville, TN. He also had a special great-aunt: Dr. Grace McGee of Chatsworth, aunt: Caryn Murry of Chtaworth and cousin: Arwen Reed of Chattanooga, TN.
A private ceremony will be held by the family to mourn his passing.
In lieu of flowers please support mental health awareness and treatment in whatever way possible.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory and Monuments of Chatsworth. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
Billy Joe White: Obituary
Obituaries June 17, 2019
Billy Joe White
SEPTEMBER 13, 1961 ~ JUNE 3, 2019
Mr. Billy Joe White Sr, age 57, of Chatsworth, was born on September 13, 1961, parted this life on June 3, 2019, at Hamilton Medical Center.
Mr.White was preceded in death by his parents; James and Jane White, grandparents: William and Alice White, John and Dorothy Dupree.
He is survived by son and daughter-in-law; Billy Jr. and Michelle White, son Shawn White, Brothers and sisters-in-law; Johnny and Cindy White, Roy and Shirley Ashe, Delmar and Darlene Ashe, Bobby and Patsy Ashe, brother; Eddie Ashe, sister, and brother in law; Shirley and Johnny Johnson, grandchildren:Olivia White,Ethin,Jordin,and Kaitlyn Hester cousin, nieces, nephews, and friends also survive
Funeral service for Mr. White will be June 6, 2019, 2pm at the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on June 5, 2019, from 5 to 9.Interment will be at Old Fashion cemetery.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory in Chatsworth www.shawnchapmanfh.com
Mary Anita (Smith) Quarles: Obituary
Obituaries March 12, 2019
Mary Anita (Smith) Quarles
SEPTEMBER 24, 1937 ~ MARCH 4, 2019
Mary Anita Quarles, age 81 of Tunnel Hill, passed away Monday, March 4th 2019 in Hamilton Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James “J.T.” Quarles; father, Harmon Anderson Smith; mother, Clarinda “Clara” Seay Smith; brothers, Hillard “H.A.” Smith and Bradley “Billy” Smith; sisters, Mandy “Virginia” Crider Sane and Dorothy Jane Smith; and a great-grandchild.
She is survived by sons, Charlie Sisson, James “Michael” Quarles, Ricky Quarles, and Larry Quarles; daughters, Donna Sisson Young and DeAnna Quarles Peal; sister, Edna Smith Green; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Anita Quarles will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 6th 2019 from Dogwood Valley Baptist Church with Rev. Jeremiah Quarles officiating. Burial will be in the Dogwood Valley Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm Tuesday, March 5th 2019.
Flowers will be accepted or donations in memory of Mrs. Quarles would be appreciated to: Dogwood Valley Bible Camp 5296 Dogwood Valley Road Tunnel Hill, Georgia 30755.
Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill is in charge of the funeral arrangements.
Ashley Nicole Mathis: Obituary
Obituaries March 12, 2019
Ashley Nicole Mathis
FEBRUARY 16, 1987 ~ FEBRUARY 19, 2019
Ashley Nicole Mathis, age 32 of Chatsworth, passed away Tuesday, February 19th 2019 in Gordon Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Odell and Lula McGill and Junior and Jean Mathis.
She is survived by her parents, Dewey and Renea Mathis; brother, Kent Mathis; aunts and uncles, Harold and Brenda Hackney, Jack and Jan McGill, Carolyn Deal, Ricky McGill, Gerald Mathis, Mike and Jeanna Hammontree, Julie Reynolds, and Donnie Cooper; special friend, Cady Silvius; numerous cousins and friends; and her Miracle League of Whitfield County Family.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Ashley Mathis will be 2:00 pm Saturday, February 23rd 2019 from the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Chatsworth with Rev. Sam Smith, Rev. Walter Hare, and Brent (Bee) James officiating. Burial will be in West Hill Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm Saturday, February 23rd 2019.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to Miracle League of Whitfield County 774 LaFayette Road Rocky Face, Georgia 30740.
Jones Funeral Home of Chatsworth is in charge of the funeral arrangements.


