John Whittle Holcomb: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mr. John Whittle Holcomb, age 88, of Chatsworth, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, in Hamilton Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Holcomb was a loving husband, a great father and a wonderful PawPaw. He was a member of Spring Place Baptist Church and served in the United States Army. He loved gardening and fishing.
He is preceded in death by parents, Arthur “Obb” and Laura Mae Holcomb: brothers and sisters, Bill Holcomb, Robert “Moose” Holcomb, Jack Holcomb, Catherine Holcomb, and Thelma “Tootsie” Rodriguez.
Mr. Holcomb is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Carrie Holcomb of Chatsworth: daughter, Susan Parker of Chatsworth: sister and brothers, Wanda Smith, Roy Holcomb, and Jimmy Holcomb all of Chatsworth: grandchildren and spouse, Mitchell Parker, Zach and Alisa Parker all of Dalton: great-grandchildren, Trystan, Ashton, and Zoe Parker all of Dalton: nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive. Pallbearers will be Mitchell Parker, Zach Parker, Jimmy Parker, Tim Campbell, Ken Campbell and Dustin Reed.
Funeral Service for Mr. Holcomb will be Sunday, February 23, 2020,at 4 PM, in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. David Hammonds, Rev. Bret Yaeger, and Rev. Walter Hare officiating. Interment will be in Sumach Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery with full Military Honors by the American Legion Post # 167. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 22, from 6 until 9 PM at the funeral home.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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James R. Gilreath: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mr. James R. Gilreath, age 81, of Dalton, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2020, in CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga.
At his request, he will be cremated and no services at this time.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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Dennis Lancaster: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mr. Dennis Lancaster, age 66, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy Lancaster.
Survivors include his daughter, Kassie Lancaster: parents, Wilbur and Mary Nell Lancaster of Tallapoosa GA: grandchildren, Karlie and Lance Lancaster of Chatsworth. brothers, Herbert Lancaster of TX., Winston Lancaster of Paraguay, Tony Lancaster of Tallapoosa, GA., Scott and Lyn Lancaster of Branson, MO., special niece, Amy Lancaster of Resaca, several other nieces, and nephews also survive.
Funeral service will be Saturday, February 22, 2020, at 11 am, in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Hensley officiating.
The family will receive friends on Friday 5 pm till 9 pm. In lieu of flowers please make donations for final expenses.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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Richard Paul Boucher: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Richard Paul Boucher was better known as Eric Coleman, passed away on February 20, 2020, surrounded by his loving family.
He is preceded in death by father, Leo Paul Boucher: mother, Eleonore Marie Burzynska.
Mr. Boucher was survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Deborah Boucher of Chatsworth: daughter and son in law, Pamela and Randy Stines of Chatsworth: daughter, Renee Greene of Virginia: son, Leo Greene of Virginia: sister and brother in law, Pam and Don Ward of Chatsworth: sister, Linda Kalista of Washington: grandchildren, Brandi and Michael Stines of Chatsworth and Justin White of Virginia: special friends, Mitchell and Ruth Recee: stepmother, Billie Boucher.
Arrangments made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments of Chatsworth.www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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Effie Gilbert: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mrs. Effie Gilbert, age 87, of Chatsworth, passed away on February 21, 2020, at Chatsworth Health Care.
She was a devoted Christian and member of New Prospect Baptist Church and attended church until her health failed.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James Gilbert, Sr.: parents, Luther and Annie Floyd Vaugh: sons, James Gilbert, Jr., and Kelvin Gilbert: daughter, Pamela Elaine Gilbert: granddaughter, Pamela Renee Cox.
Mrs. Gilbert is survived by her daughter and son in law: Diane and Bobby Parker of Chatsworth: son, Michael Gilbert of Chatsworth: Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.
The funeral service for Mrs. Gilbert will be Sunday, February 23, 2020, at 2 PM in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Tracey Baker officiating. Interment will be in New Prospect Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 11 until 2.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments of Chatsworth.www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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Gladys Smith: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Gladys Smith of Rocky Face, Georgia passed away on Feb 18, 2020.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm Friday, February 21st 2020. Burial will be in Lakewood Memory Gardens South.
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Allan Maddox: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Allan Maddox
Allan Maddox of Rocky Face, Georgia passed away on Feb 21, 2020. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
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Timothy “Tim” Easley: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Mr. Timothy “Tim” Easley age 58, of Chatsworth, passed away Monday, February 10, 2020 at his residence.
He enjoyed going to flea markets, antiques and fishing.
Mr. Easley was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Ray Easley; a brother, Anthony Easley.
Survivors include fiancée, Marcelle Keeton of Chatsworth; mother, Geneva Todd of Chatsworth; step-daughter, Lacey Hudgins; brother and sister-in-law, Vernon Keith and Jennifer Easley; step-grandchild, Madison Hudgins; nephews, Mason Long and Samuel Easley; nieces, Sierra Cronan and Tiffany Michelle Blackwell.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Easley will be held Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Curtis Easley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 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.
Shirley R. Blanton: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Shirley R. Blanton age 73, of Rocky Face, passed away February 11, 2020. Preceded in death by her husband: Clifford Blanton. son: Clifford Allen Blanton.
Survivors are children and spouses: Ervin and Jennifer Blanton, Sherlene and Tony Rittenhouse both of Rocky Face, Cindy and Bill Franks of Villanow.grandchildren: Codey Blanton, Eric Blanton, Veronica Blanton, Shane Franks, Brandy Roper, Andrew Watkins, and Chris Watkins.Craig Rittenhouse. Michael Rittenhouse, Nathan Rittenhouse, she is also survived by several great-grandchildren,
Funeral services for Ms.Blanton will be Friday, February 14, 2020, at 12:00 PM in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Watkins officiating. The interment will be in the Mill Creek Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home on Thursday, February 13, 2020, from 5 PM to 9 PM.
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Jonathan Vinyard, Sr: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Jonathan Vinyard, Sr., age 35, of Chatsworth passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Lucille Kettlewell; grandfather, Willard Kettlewell, Sr.; and uncle, William Kettlewell.
Survivors include his son, Jonathan Vinyard, Jr. of Pennsylvania; daughter, Savanna Vinyard of Pennsylvania; mother, Darleen Kettlewell of Chatsworth; father, Miller O. Vinyard of Texas; sisters, Brianne Vinyard of Chatsworth and Amanda Vinyard of Rome; and several cousins, aunts, and uncles.
Memorial services will be held at 4:00 pm on February 19, 2020, in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Betty Joan (Gibson) Hampton: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Mrs. Betty Joan (Gibson) Hampton, entered fully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 13, 2020, surrounded by her devoted family.
Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy. The legacy of her kind spirit, love of sports and passion for life will live on through them. She always had a smile on her face and a joke ready to tell. She has been a shining example of a follower of Christ, living her life in service to others. She was committed to family, making sure all knew of her support to be able to reach their potential. She was a tireless and selfless volunteer, supporting the Murray County Library and Murray County Historical Society. She was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves. She loved camping, fishing and Murray County football. She was an encouragement to family and friends and was an example of how to overcome the struggles of life.
She was preceded in death by her husband and love of her life Commer Hampton; parents, William Henry and Bertha (Childs) Gibson; sister and brother-in-law, Maureen (Gibson) and Richard Pellom; brothers, Mack Gibson, and Charles Gibson; son-in-law, Ben Hahn; nieces, Renee (Gibson) Phillips and Melissa Pellom; special friend, Jack Hampton.
She is survived by daughters and son-in-law, Deborah (Hampton) Hahn and Darlene (Hampton) and Jeff Storey; grandchildren and spouses, Bucky and Jaime Banks, Brittany (Hahn) and Stephen; Brandy and Dewayne Lawson, Stephanie (Hahn) and Zane, and Emily and D.J. Shirley; great-grandchildren, Alexander, Olivia Banks, Addison Banks, Konstantin, and Jackson; sister-in-law, Brenda Gibson; and uncountable special nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Hampton will be held Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral with Rev. Mark Bowen officiating and special remarks by Mona King. Interment will follow in the Murray Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Murray County Library at 100 North 3rd Avenue Chatsworth, GA 30705, the Murray County Historical Society at 715 Chattanooga Ave, Dalton, GA 30720 or the Dewberry Baptist Church.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
JoAnn Caylor: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
JoAnn Caylor, age 76, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020, at Ridgewood Manor in Dalton.
JoAnn attended Swamp Creek Baptist Church. She was a loving grandmother, enjoyed arts and crafts, and liked to go on adventures in the North Carolina mountains.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Grover and Sarah Mae Souther; husband, Donald “Don” Caylor; and sister, Geraldine “Jeri” Ridley.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Donny and Stacey Caylor of Chatsworth; daughter, Karen Rivera of Dalton; sister and brother-in-law, Sandra and Temple Cloer of Chatsworth; grandchildren, Amelia Davis, Kris and Melissa Crump, and Andy Caylor; great-grandchild, MaKayla Davis; and special friends, Brenda Gibson, Cynthia Cervinka, and Judy Witherow.
Funeral services for Mrs. Caylor will be held on Monday, February 17, 2020, at 2:00 pm in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with special remarks by Greg Beavers. Interment will follow in the family cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 11:00 am until the funeral hour at 2:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made toward the funeral expenses.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Joy R. Frerichs: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Miss Joy R. Frerichs age 73 of Chatsworth passed away Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020, at her residence.
She was preceded in death by her father, Elton Frerichs Sr., brother Dr. Elton Frerichs, Jr. and a nephew Matt Frerichs.
Survivors include her life partner, William Simons of Chatsworth. Mother Lenis Frerichs of Maryville, TN. Sister and brother in law, Bonnie and Lynn Sheeley of Knoxville. Niece Abby Foster of Vonroe, TN, Nephews, Lynn Sheeley IV, of Knoxville, TN and Major Frerichs of Sweetwater, TN. Great nieces and nephews, Major Frerichs II, Lynn Meyers Sheeley V, Henry Frerichs, Merideth Foster, Taylor Foster, and Sophia Sheeley.
Miss Frerichs was a voracious reader and taught Reading and English for 40 years for Whitfield County Schools. She was a Fullbright Scholar three times, Ohio, Arkansas, and Japan. Also a member of the National Education Association, Dalton Pilot Club, Friends of the Dalton Regional Library, Dalton Order of the Eastern Star, Mary Blount Daughters of American Revolution, Daughters of Confedrecery, Colonial Dames and Daughters of War of 1812. She was a 60-year member and follower of Christ at Vonroe First United Methodist Church.
At her request, she will be cremated and services will be held at a later time.
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Andrew “Andy” James Hardin: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Little Andrew “Andy” James Hardin, age 3, of Dalton, beloved son of Stephen and Alice Hardin, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020 at Hamilton Medical Center.
He attended Central Community Church; Andy loved playing with his toys, being tickled, and giving kisses.
Andy was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, James Edward Hardin; paternal great-grandparents, Floyd and Mae Woods and Jack and Annie Mae Hardin; maternal great-grandparents, Bro. Don and Juanita Oliver and Freddie and Georgia Baggett.
Survivors include his parents along with his sister, Brooklynn Hardin of Dalton; paternal grandmother, Carol Hardin of Dalton; maternal grandparents, Chuck and Gloria Oliver of Dalton; extended family also survives.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Andy will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Bishop Edwin Puckett and Children’s Minister Melissa Minter officiating. Interment will follow in the United Memorial Gardens in Dalton.
The family will receive friends Monday, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Peeples Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions for Antioch Elementary School’s Sensory Room, please make checks payable to WCS/Antioch Elementary. Please specify in memo line “For Andy Hardin/Sensory Room” at 1819 Riverbend Rd, Dalton, GA 30721.
The family requests that appropriate funeral attire consist of Disney or Marvel character apparel and jeans. Children may dress in their favorite Disney or Marvel character costumes.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Howard Henry Adler Jr: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Mr. Howard Henry Adler Jr., age 68, of Chatsworth, passed away on February 5, 2020 at Advent Murray Hospital.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments of Chatsworth. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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Myrtle Sluder: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Myrtle Sluder, age 69, of Reliance, TN, and formerly of Murray County, GA, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020, at her residence.
She was preceded in death by her father, Simon Samuel Sluder; mother, Mary Lou Phillips Sluder; brothers, Thomas “Shorty” Sluder, Clinton Sluder, and William “Bill” Sluder; and sister, Allene Peek; adopted grandchildren, Mandy Evans Beasley, and Lori and Alicia Burger.
Survivors include her companion, Raymond “Bud” Evans of Reliance; brother, Glenn Sluder of Kennesaw, GA; adopted sons and daughters-in-law, Brady & Dodie Evans, and Greg & Jennifer Evans; adopted daughter and son-in-law, Rose & Cleaston Burger; adopted grandchildren, Chandler Burger, Kaitlyn Prince, Bubba Evans, Ralph Evans and Tyler Evans; adopted great-grandchildren, Lily Beasley, Ethan Huskins and Constance Huskins.
No services are planned for Ms. Sluder.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.