Obituaries

K. Wayne Guffey

K. Wayne Guffey

May 29, 2021

Kenneth Wayne Guffey, 81, of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, departed this life for the many wonders of Heaven on Saturday, May 29, 2021, while surrounded by his loving and faithful family. A longtime resident of Dade County, Wayne was a native of Jackson County, Alabama, where he was born to the late Rev. Paul & Mae Morgan Guffey, of Swearengin atop...

Martha Ann Everett

Martha Ann Everett

May 28, 2021

Martha Ann Everett, age 81 of Trenton, GA passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 28, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Martha Ann was born September 23, 1939 to the late George and Bonnie Castleberry. She was retired from the Dade Middle School cafeteria. Martha Ann loved to cook and made sure that everyone was fed. She loved...

Mr. Rayburn Leonard West

Mr. Rayburn Leonard West

May 25, 2021

Rayburn Leonard West, age 76 of Bryant, AL, passed away at home on May 25, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, dear brother, and a kind friend to all who had the honor of knowing him. Rayburn was born February 9, 1945 to the late Noah J. and Edith West in...

Eula Blonn Stewart

Eula Blonn Stewart

May 23, 2021

TRENTON, GA.: Eula Blonn Stewart, age 91, passed away May 23, 2021. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Stewart; parents Luther and Fannie Bodenhamer, five brothers and eight sisters. Survivors include her brother, Wayne Bodenhamer; niece Ann (Michael) Murray, nephew Ray (Margaret) Bodenhamer; several other nieces and nephews....

Mrs. Denise Clark

Mrs. Denise Clark

May 14, 2021

DENISE CLARK RISING FAWN, GA: Charlotte Denise Clark, age 61, passed away May 14, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Denise loved spending time with her “grands” and watching college football with her husband. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Regina Clark and Jan Cuzzort. Survivors include her loving husband of fourteen years,...

Mrs. Geneva Higdon

Mrs. Geneva Higdon

May 13, 2021

GENEVA HIGDON ROSSVILLE, GA: Geneva Higdon, age 84, passed away May 13, 2021. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother who enjoyed playing bridge, camping, and especially enjoyed spending time with her friends at Applebrook. She was preceded in death by her parents, and by her husband, Larry Higdon. Survivors include: daughter, Barbara Gray; son, Billy Harris; 5...

Mr. James Dal Bethune

Mr. James Dal Bethune

May 6, 2021

JAMES DAL BETHUNE BRYANT, AL: James Dal Bethune, age 54, passed away May 6, 2021. He was a loving father, son, grandfather, and genuine person who would go out of his way to help others. He was a welder by trade and loved all things related to the steel industry. He was preceded in death by his father, James Guinn...

Mariah Christine

Mariah Christine

Apr 30, 2021

Mariah “Riah'' Christine of Oregon, Illinois, born prematurely on March 4, 1991, passed away unexpectedly in her home, April 30, 2021. Mariah was born in Elgin, Illinois to Loretta Sue Krekeler (Hunter) and David Allen Hallowell. Mariah was an amazing, beautiful, loving, caring, and empathetic soul. She enjoyed being with the people she loved, especially her children. Mariah would brighten...

Ralph Benjamin Geddie Sr

Ralph Benjamin Geddie Sr

Apr 30, 2021

Ralph Geddie, 77, of Trenton, GA passed away peacefully on Friday, April 30, 2021 with his family by his side. Ralph was born April 3, 1944 in Sulphur Springs, GA to the late Jim and Clara Geddie. He was an avid fisherman, a veteran of the United States Army and a member of American Legion Post 106. Ralph was a...

Roy Milton Stephens

Roy Milton Stephens

Apr 27, 2021

Roy M. Stephens 85, of Trenton, Georgia passed away on April 27, 2021 at his home. He was born on January 8, 1936 in Dade County, Georgia. His parents were the late James Thomas & Lettie Daniel Stephens, who preceded him in death. Roy worked as a machinist, route salesmen for Holsom Bakery, and self-employed business owner for many years....

Mrs. Sheila Ann Cason

Mrs. Sheila Ann Cason

Apr 27, 2021

Sheila Ann Cason, 58, of New Salem, GA passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Sheila was born October 23, 1962 in St. Louis, MO. She loved crocheting, running charity 5k’s, listening to music and was a member of the New Salem United Methodist Church. Sheila was affectionately known as “Nonnee” to her grandchildren and they...

Mr. James "Jimmy" Knight

Mr. James "Jimmy" Knight

Apr 26, 2021

James Julius “Jimmy” Knight died Monday, April 26, 2021, in Chattanooga, TN. He was 92. Jimmy was a native of Hinds Co. Mississippi and for the last 25 years made his home in Trenton, GA. He was a loving father and devout Christian who was devoted to his family and his church family. He was a member of the Sand...

Kimberly Ann Munger

Kimberly Ann Munger

Apr 23, 2021

ROSSVILLE GA: Kimberly Ann “Bobo” Munger, age 41, passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021. She loved to read, loved animals and was of the Baptist Faith. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Joseph and Velma Munger. Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Dalmos (Frances) Munger and Cheryl Staton; sister, Shavon Giaconia. Graveside services will be...

Mrs. Laura Ellison

Mrs. Laura Ellison

Apr 23, 2021

Laura Ruth Gifford Ellison 77, of Ider, AL passed away on April 23, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was born January 18, 1944 to the late Albert (Buck) and Opal Gifford of Trenton, GA. She was a 1962 graduate of Dade County High School, where she was very active in sports and music. Laura Ruth married Johnny Ellison on...

Mrs. Joyce Ann Stevens

Mrs. Joyce Ann Stevens

Apr 20, 2021

JOYCE STEVENS TRENTON, GA: Joyce Ann Stevens, age 77, passed away April 20, 2021. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved to sew and make quilts. Joyce was a member of Shanty Town Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde Stevens and son Stevie Stevens. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter...

Mr. Bobby W. Franks

Mr. Bobby W. Franks

Apr 20, 2021

LOOKOUT MTN, GA: Bobby William Franks, age 78, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 20, 2021. He has been a dedicated Christian since 1959 and a devoted member of Tiftonia Holiness Church. Bobby loved the Lord, his church and family. He was a hardworking family man and will be dearly missed. He was preceded in...

Barbara Ann Robinson

Barbara Ann Robinson

Apr 19, 2021

BARBARA ROBINSON CLEVELAND, TN: Barbara Robinson, age 84, passed away April 19, 2021. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Barbara was an avid reader, a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and of the Presbyterian faith. Barbara was preceded in death by her son William Alan Fowler; parents Daniel Trippe and Beatrice King; brothers H. F....

Helen B. O'Dell

Helen B. O'Dell

Apr 17, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Helen B. O’Dell, age 78, died on April 17, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family after a short battle of breast cancer. Helen was born on February 8,1943. She was a very outgoing, mischievous woman (just ask her sisters) and knew what she wanted. When she first saw Sonny O’Dell she told her Mom that she...

Cynthia Eleanor Sarrell

Cynthia Eleanor Sarrell

Apr 16, 2021

Cynthia Eleanor Sarrell (“Mimi”), 84, of New Salem, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021 after her second courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Washington D.C. on September 23, 1936 to Eleanor and Joseph Gordon. Cynthia spent her childhood traveling, living in places such as California, North Carolina, Hawaii, and Midway Island, as her father was transferred to...

Waneta Eleanor Estes

Waneta Eleanor Estes

Apr 13, 2021

Waneta Eleanor Estes, of Wildwood, GA, passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Waneta loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing and making crafts. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed. She is preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Bill Estes, Jr.; parents, Homer and Gertrude Cook; sisters, Winona Hary, Marilyn Hill; brothers,...

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