Genella Sampson: Obituary
Obituaries December 24, 2019
Genella Sampson, age 77 of Dalton, passed away Tuesday, December 18th 2019 at her granddaughter’s home.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Sara Sampson; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Stephen Crandell; grandchildren, Kollian (Jamie) Neal, Keelie (David) Ledford, and great-grandchild, Kuyler Sampson; and several other close relatives.
Graveside funeral services to celebrate the life of Genella Sampson will be 12:00 pm Thursday, December 19th 2019 from Whitfield Memorial Gardens with Rev. Charlie Bridges officiating.
Mrs. Sampson’s family would like to thank Hospice of Chattanooga and nurse Elizabeth Holsted for their excellent care.
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Nancy Ruth Keener Stafford: Obituary
Obituaries December 24, 2019
Nancy Ruth Keener Stafford went to be with her Lord Sunday, December 22, 2019. She is the daughter of Beatrice and Rose Keener. Mrs. Stafford was greatly loved by all of her family. We take great comfort in knowing she is now reunited with her husband, Willie Stafford, who preceded her in death.
She is survived by her son David E. Stafford, son and daughter in law: Darran and Cathy Stafford, daughter: Diana K. Stafford Callihan and her grandchildren, whom she loved dearly: Joshua (Emma) Lyles, Samantha (Hunter) Kivstad, Erin and Sarah Callihan and David A. Stafford. Also surviving one brother and sister in law: Leonard and Liz Keener
Funeral service for Mrs. Staafford will be Thursday, December 26, 2019, at 3 pm in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Pastor Carson Scarbrough officiating. Interment will be in Fairy Valley Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, beginning at 12 noon.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments of Chatsworth. www.shawnchapmanfh.com.
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B.W. Ridley: Obituary
Obituaries December 24, 2019Mr. B.W. Ridley, age 81 passed away on December 19, 2019, at Hamilton Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Ridley was preceded in death by his parents: Gene and Opal Ridley, brothers: Herman, Ernest, and Raymond Ridley and sisters: Edna Jones and Helen Thornton.
He was survived by his loving wife of 58 years Susie Ridley, daughter and son in law: Angela and Jerry Baggett of Chatsworth grandchildren and spouses: Chase and Elizabeth Baggett, Micah and Cayla Baggett of Chatsworth, great-grandchildren: Eli, Caleb, Abram, and Snow, brother James Ridley of Chatsworth and Barbara Baggett Dick of Chatsworth.
The Family will be receiving friends from 4 PM to 9 PM on Monday, December 23, 2019, at the funeral home.
Services for Mr. Ridley will be 11 AM Tuesday, December 24, 2019, at Free Hope Baptist Church with Bro. Bill Williams and Bro. David Eaton officiating. Interment will be in Murray Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home Crematory and Monuments www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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Thomas “Shorty” Sluder: Obituary
Obituaries December 24, 2019
Mr. Thomas “Shorty” Sluder, age 80. of Chatsworth, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Simon and Mary Sluder, brothers: Clinton Sluder and Bill Sludert and one sister and brother in law: Ailene and James Peek, niece: Lisa Sluder Patterson.
He is survived by children and spouses: Donna Shoemaker, Sherry and Danny Shoemaker and Jeffrey “Sluder” grandchildren and spouses: Jimmy and Tamara Shoemaker, Danny Allen Shoemaker, Steven Shoemaker, James Shoemaker, Mark Shoemaker, and Amy Shoemaker. great-grandchildren: Bryson, Kinley, Emma, Kai, Wren, and Aurora. Nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral service for Mr. Sluder will be at 3 PM on Tuesday, December 24, 2019, in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Rev Robin Nelson and Rev Wayne Payne officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 2 PM until the funeral hour.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
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Lucy Pullen Mantooth: Obituary
Obituaries December 24, 2019
Mrs. Lucy Pullen Mantooth went to be with the Lord Monday, December 23, 2019 following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She went on to join some of her friends and relatives who have preceded her.
She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Melvin and Vallie Pullen; brothers, Eugene, Floyd and Thomas Pullen; sisters, Rachel Stafford, Lorene Dunn and Magdalene Cook; sisters-in-law, Hazel Pullen and Bessie Pullen; brothers-in-law, Ralph Stafford and Barney Gallman.
Surviving loved ones include husband, Claude Robert Mantooth of Crandall; daughter and son-in-law, Linda & Brian Smith of Crandall; granddaughters, Amy and Whitney Smith; brothers and sister-in-law, Howard Pullen of Chatsworth, James and Debbie Pullen of Crandall; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Lou Gallman of Chatsworth, Minnie Ruth and Billy Ballew of Chatsworth, Ann and Jerry Flood of Chatsworth; brother-in-law, Charles Mantooth; several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Mantooth will be held Friday, December 27, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Webb officiating. Interment will follow in the Calvary Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Thursday December 26th from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Peeples Funeral Home.
Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Home Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth are in charge of the arrangements.
Rep. Tom Graves Will Not Seek Re-Election in 2020
Featured, Press Release December 5, 2019
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) announced in a letter to 14th District constituents that he will not seek re-election in 2020:
Friends and fellow Georgians,
The holidays are a time of reflection for each of us. Today, I’d like to share a few of my thoughts from last week as we all paused to give thanks.
My first real public service experience was watching my wife, Julie, lead a pro-life effort many years ago. It was inspiring to witness a community band together and cause real change.
Soon after, I found the courage to overcome my fears and run for office. I did so grounded in the creed my parents shared with me: Dream Big. Work Hard. Achieve Much.
I was motivated to push through the tough days of campaigning and the hardest days in office by my kids, Josephine, John and Janey.
The whole of my service was built upon the contributions of countless people; sacrifices of my family, late nights and long days from dozens of dedicated staff members, friendship of my colleagues, generosity of supporters and encouragement from constituents.
Looking back on my years in the Georgia House and now nearly a decade in Congress, I am filled with gratitude. My record is a testament to the collective effort of many talented and special people. The opportunities afforded to me – a North Georgia country boy from a single wide trailer – were far beyond my wildest dreams.
Serving the country I love so much, and representing the community I hold so dear, is an honor that won’t be replicated. To my constituents, both past and present, thank you for your vote of confidence and trust. What an incredible privilege it has been to represent you in Congress.
As we all do, I’m entering a new season in life. An exciting season. So, the time has come for me to pass the baton. Now it’s my turn to cheer, support and sacrifice for those who have done the same for me over the last two decades. With Julie near retirement and my kids now suddenly adults, I have decided not to seek reelection in 2020, and instead, join my family in their new and unique journeys.
I’m excited to spend the next year focused on the Committee on the Modernization of Congress. Working to improve Congress for all Americans, and all who will serve after me, seems like the perfect way to close this chapter and say, “thank you.”
May God bless you, and this great and glorious cause we call America.
Freedom first,
Tom Graves
Donald “Donnie” Sturgill: Obituary
Obituaries December 17, 2019
Mr. Donald “Donnie” Sturgill, age 62, of Pikeville, TN, and formerly of Chatsworth passed away on Monday, December 16, 2019 at his residence.
He enjoyed farming, taking care of animals, and playing the guitar.
Donnie was preceded in death by his father, Venus Olan Sturgill; mother, Wilma Jean Stiles Sturgill; brother, Ronnie Sturgill; and sisters, Connie Carter and Linda Sturgill.
Survivors include his son, Dee Sturgill of Spring City, TN; daughters and sons-in-law, Heather Johnson of Dalton, Holly Jordan of Chatsworth, and Bridget and Teran VanMeter of Chatsworth; brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Jeannine Sturgill of Chatsworth; sisters, Karen Malone of Chatsworth and Amy Torrence of Dalton; grandchildren, Devyn Sturgill, Dylan Sturgill, Lindsey Sluder, Landon Jordan, Preston VanMeter, Emily Sanford, and Ava VanMeter; great-grandchild, Stella Jane Sturgill; and nieces and nephews.
Mr. Sturgill will be cremated and a memorial service will be held a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to help with the final expenses.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
James “Smiley” Bryant: Obituary
Obituaries December 17, 2019
Mr. James “Smiley” Bryant age 69 of Chatsworth passed away Sunday, December 15, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents Winston and Mildred Bryant and a nephew Christopher Corbin.
He is survived by his children and spouse Millie and Adam Houston, Shawn Wells all of Cleveland. Sisters, Linda Deverellof Crandall, Brenda Brock of Chatsworth and Patricia Bigge of AZ. One brother, Gene Bryant of Crandall. Several grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.
Memorial services will be Tuesday 6:30 pm in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Jamie Baker and Jackie Carden officiating.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home, Crematory and Monuments. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
To send flowers to James’ family, please visit our floral section.
Cary L. Gladden: Obituary
Obituaries December 15, 2019
Mr. Cary L. Gladden age 68 of Chatsworth, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019 at his residence.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Marsha Ann Ballew: Obituary
Obituaries December 15, 2019
Mrs. Marsha Ann Ballew age 69 of Chatsworth, finally succumbed Thursday, December 12, 2019 at AdventHealth Gordon due to various illnesses as a result of her stroke in 2017.
She was a member of the Sumach Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandkids, sewing and antiquing.
Mrs. Ballew was preceded in death by her parents, Fred Reece Elliott and Ethel Stafford Elliott; brothers, Bobby and Jimmy Elliott; sister, Sue Kile.
Survivors include husband, Ernest “Ernie” Ballew of Chatsworth; daughters and sons-in-law, Christina & Bruce Watanabe of Newport, OR, Stephanie & Gus Perez of Chatsworth and Aimee Satterfield of Chatsworth; brother and sister-in-law, Larry Teddy and Charlotte Elliott of Beaverdale, GA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Willard and Leslie Ballew of Chatsworth; grandchildren, Erin, Kaiya and Aki Watanabe and Sevilla Perez; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Ballew will be held Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. from the Sumach Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Rev. Tom Clark officiating.
The family will receive friends Friday, December 20th from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Peeples Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial contributions be made to the Sumach Cumberland Presbyterian Church at P.O. Box 804 Chatsworth, GA 30705.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Mary Clay Daves: Obituary
Obituaries December 15, 2019
Mrs. Mary Clay Daves age 88 of Chatsworth, passed away Friday, December 13, 2019 at Chatsworth Health Care.
She was a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church in Ellijay; she loved her family and enjoyed cooking, sewing, camping and fishing.
Mrs. Daves was preceded in death by her husband Dallas Cline Daves; parents, Henry and Lillie Jones; son-in-law, Harold R. Miles; several siblings.
Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Glen & Wanda Daves of Talking Rock, Rathel & Ronda Daves of Dalton, and Charlie & Karen Daves of Chatsworth; daughters and sons-in-law, Carol Miles, Josephine Cook, Sherry & Johnny Cochran, and Clara Bartley –all of Chatsworth, Sandra & Roger Hewitt of Dawnville and Sarah & Brian Burke of Dalton; 24 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; and numerous other extended family.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Daves will be held Monday, December 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Flat Creek Baptist Church in Ellijay with Rev. Wallace Parks and Rev. Paul Richards officiating. Interment will follow in the Flat Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Sunday, from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Peeples Funeral Home.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
Terry Lee Carroll: Obituary
Obituaries December 15, 2019
Mr. Terry Lee Carroll age 58 of Chatsworth passed away Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Sonja Carroll, and a grandson Jaxson Dakota Briggs Carroll. Brothers, Dennis and Mark Carroll.
Survivors include his daughter Sonja Carroll of Chatsworth. Grandchildren, Jericho, Tyler, Sabastian, and Payton all of Chatsworth.
Several cousins and many friends.
Memorial services will be Friday at 2 pm in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home.
Arrangements made with integrity by Shawn Chapman Funeral Home and Crematory. www.shawnchapmanfh.com
To send flowers to Terry’s family, please visit our floral section.
Bill Osborne: Obituary
Obituaries December 15, 2019
Mr. Bill Osborne age 82 of Chatsworth passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019, at his residence.
He was preceded in death by his spouse Marie Osborne, brother, Charles Osborne and two sisters, Mildred Keener and Katheryn Nance.
Survivors include his spouse Dorothy Osborne. children and spouses, Lisa and Jimmy Patterson, Darrell Osborne, Terry and Linda Osborne, Larry and Margaret Osborne, Tammy Osborne and Patsy Ervin all of Chatsworth. Brother and sister in law, Bob and Jean Osborne of Hixson, TN and a sister Genny Barnes of Calhoun. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be Tuesday at 3 pm in the chapel of Shawn Chapman Funeral Home with Steve Corbin and Mark Bowen officiating. Interment will follow in the Amazing Grace Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday 6 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
To send flowers to Bill’s family, please visit our floral section.
Everette Junior Patterson: Obituary
Obituaries December 8, 2019
Mr. Everette Junior Patterson, 83 of the Dawnville Community, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Hamilton Medical Center.
Everette was preceded in death by his parents, Erskin and Lola Patterson; brothers, Virgle Patterson, Earl Patterson, and Ray Patterson; sisters, Lucy Jones, and Mamie Betterton.
Survivors include his loving wife Shirley Patterson of the Dawnville Community; son and daughter-in-law, Eugene and Juanita Dill of Ringgold; daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Dewayne Tallent of Chatsworth, Pam and An Nguyen of Dalton; brother and sister-in-law, William and Jedessa Patterson of Chatsworth; sister, Peggy Flood of Eton; several grandchildren and several Great-grandchildren; extended family also survives.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Patterson will be held Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 12:00 with Rev. Keith Deal officiating. Interment will follow in United Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Everette Junior Patterson.
Gary Carson Sitton: Obituary
Obituaries December 8, 2019
Mr. Gary Carson Sitton age 69 of Chatsworth, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at his residence.
Gary was the owner and operator of Gary Sitton Trucking.
He was preceded in death by his parents Dewey and Greathel Quarles Sitton.
Survivors include special friend, Louise Dixon of Chatsworth; brother and sister-in-law, D.F. and Faye Sitton of Chatsworth; sister, Martha West of Chatsworth; nephews, Mike Sitton (Cindy), Bruce Arnold (Lori), niece, Rhonda Cloer (Lamar); great nephew, Cody Sitton (April), great nieces, Kayli Ponders (Ryan), Whitney Wilbanks King and Shelbee Wilbanks; great-great nephew, Mason Ponders; aunts, Frances Faith, Jeanette Sitton and Thelma Sitton –all of Chatsworth; other extended family members also survives.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Sitton will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. from the Holly Creek Baptist Church with Dr. Danny Cochran and Rev. John Bagley officiating. Interment will follow in the Holly Creek Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.at the funeral home.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.
William “Fred” Grooms: Obituary
Obituaries December 8, 2019
William “Fred” Grooms, age 85, of Chatsworth passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Hamilton Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jake Grooms, and mother, Tennie Grooms.
Survivors include his wife, Beatrice Grooms; daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Craig Ridley of Resaca, Diane and Rick Davenport of Chatsworth, and Debbie and David Stover of Chatsworth; grandchildren, Brandy Hall (Chad), Miranda Harmon, Kim Thurman (Eric), Jennifer Morrison (Brett), Eric Elrod (Amanda), Kelly Elrod, and Michael Davenport (Holli); great-grandchildren, Bailey Hall, Gage Hall, Henley Hall, Bree Hall, Greenlee Hall, Preston Harmon, Carter Harmon, Garrett Jones, Ethan Jones, Mackenzie Thurman, Riley Morrison, Cohen Elrod, and Weston Elrod; sisters-in-law, Agnes Ogles of Dalton and Sarah Ogles of Chatsworth; and brother-in-law, Glenn Ogles of Ellijay.
Funeral services for Mr. Grooms will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, December 7, 2019 in the chapel of Peeples Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Ballew and Rev. Bobby Green officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Valley Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 167 of Chatsworth.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm.
Peeples Funeral Home & Crematory of Chatsworth is in charge of the arrangements.