All Obituaries

Ms. Shirley Jean Thurston, age 76, of Chatsworth, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022, at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga. She is preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Nell Rose Cross Thurston:  brother, Charles Cross: and sister, Patricia Freeman. She is survived by  her children, Tammy Carter of Knoxville,TN.,  Wendy and Lee Smith of Lafayette, GA.: grandchildren, James Ray, Ashley Biddle, Corey Collins, Christopher Collins, Caleb Collins, Angel, Ava, Grayson,...

Mr. Joseph Herman Quinn, age 78, of Rocky Face, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at his residence. Mr. Quinn is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Edna Quinn: brothers, Ernest, Lawrence, Frank, Arnold, and Donald: sisters, Lois Henderson, Lorene Crawford, and Faye Spivey. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Quinn of Rocky Face: son, Jimmy Shupe, step-sons, and spouses, Tim and April Ray, Jamie and Amy Ray: grandchildren and spouses, Hannah and Chase Welch, Gabe and Jennifer...

Mr. Nathanial Jericho Bishop, age 32, of Dalton, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, in Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, James Clayton Winters, Sr., and James Franklin Bishop: He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Sharon and Allen Green: father and stepmother, Rodney and Gina Bishop: sisters and brother in law, Jessica and David Grafton, Kristen Bishop: stepbrothers and sister in law, Ben and Kayla Patterson, Dustin...

Amon Edward, “Eddie” Partin, 78, of Chatsworth, GA gained his wings on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, surrounded by his family. Eddie was born in Kenvir, KY on June 12, 1943, and made Chatsworth his home for the past 25 years. He was a boating enthusiast and an avid fisherman. Eddie loved to tell his monster fish stories and reminisce on his boating days. He enjoyed working with his hands and making beautiful furniture pieces. Eddie was preceded in death by his father and...

Daniel Lee Gibson, age 11, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, surrounded by his loving family, Daniel touched the lives of many people, he had a precious soul. He is preceded in death by his brother, Mark Gibson Jr; niece, Marlie Clark. He is survived by his parents Mark and Krista Gibson, Christel Gibson, and Stewart  Pierson; brother, Christopher Gibson; sisters, Brittney Clark, Stacy Shaw, and Allison Crider; step-brother Dustin...

Patricia "Pat" Strickland, age 79, formally of Dawnville, passed away May 7, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Riley and Barbara Lou Bartley; her husband, Larry Dearl Strickland Sr; daughter, Cynthia Darlene Strickland; her siblings, Woodrow, Ray V, Hansell, Earnest, Donnie, Bartley, Wilma Sutton Essie Hall Bartley; brother-in-laws Joe Ogles, Jess Cheathem, and Stanley Strickland; sisters-in-law, Geraldine Stickland, Barbara, Sue, and...

Rufus Earl Robinson, age  95 of Dalton, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at his residence. Mr. Robinson served his country in the United States Marine Corp and in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mae Parker; father Earl Robinson; brothers Irving and Billy Robinson; sister, Kathleen Rackley; half brother J.T. Robinson. Survived by his loving wife, of 72 years, Frances Robinson; daughter and son in law, Linda and Lloyd Smith of...

Clinton Eugene Wooten, age 75, passed away on April 30, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Clinton is preceded in death by his parents, R.V. and Ruby; brother Bud Wooten; his best friend, his service dog "Sparky". He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara "Bobbie" Wooten of Dalton; son Mark Wooten of Dalton; sisters Janie Townsend, Carolyn Nelson, and Faye Wooten all of Dalton; sister in law, Brenda Musto of Dalton; special friend Jody Ridley; nieces, nephew,...

Vickie Dean, age 61, went home to be with the Lord on April 28, 2022, Vickie was a member of Holly Creek Baptist Church and a member of the graduating class of 1977 Murray County High School. She was an educator for 23 years in the Murray County School System and Gordon County School. Vickie is preceded in death by her father Glenn Johnson; grandparents A.J. and Effie Lee Callahan, Ben, and Mary Baynes Johnson. Survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Jimmy Dean; son and daughter in law,...

Edward Huell Smith Jr. passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at his home surrounded by family. God and his family were the most important things in the world to him. He preached the gospel for over 35 yrs, planting many seeds that lead so many people to Jesus. If someone needed prayer, he was right there for them. Being a wonderful musician, he “picked” played guitar and sang like no one else. He loved to sing and play for his family and the church and wrote many songs that...