Obituaries
Bob Little
Robert “Bob” Little, age 84 of Duluth, GA passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2016.
Bob was a member of Mt. Tabor Baptist Church for 20 years, spent 28 years in the U.S. Air Force as a CMSGT and was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and son who enjoyed golf, fishing (really loved fishing) and loved to tell lies and kill flies.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jess and Annie Little; son Robert W. Little and is survived by his wife of 56 years, Eula M. Little; son, Ronald C. Chesser (Patty); daughters, Terry L. Whitaker (Les) and Katherine A. Hess (Larry); sisters, Ruth Poarch and Mary E. McFarland; ten grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 22, 2016 at Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory. The family received friends on Thursday, July 21, 2016 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Mt. Tabor Baptist Church or the Alzheimers Disease Research organization. On-line condolences can be made at www.crowellbrothers.com. Arrangements by Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes and Crematory, Norcross/Peachtree Corners, Georgia. 770-448-5757. Courtesy of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.
Dr. Melvin Waters
Dr. Melvin Winferd Waters, age 87, of Calhoun, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016 at Hamilton Medical Center.
Melvin was born on Aug. 1, 1928 to the late J. “Benny” Waters and Pearl Casey Waters. He was the minister of Morningside Baptist Church in Dalton for over several years and Delashment Road Hixon Pike, Tenn. for 28 years. He his preceded in death by his brother, Frank Waters.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Dell Smith Waters of Calhoun; two sons, David Waters of Chattanooga and his son, Daniel, and his wife, Mickie, of Canton, and Greg Waters and his wife, Deb, of Demoine, Iowa and their two children; two step-sons, Steve Brown, and Scott Brown and his partner, Carrie; brother, Marshal Waters and his wife, Betty, of Dalton and their children Rod and Jeffrey and their families; granddaughter, Katie Anderson and her husband, Marcus; several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral Services were conducted on Monday, July 25 at 11 a.m. at Thomas Funeral Home with Reverend Danny Roberts, Reverend Terry Timms and Reverend Lee Byrd officiating. Burial followed at 3 p.m. in Hamilton Memorial Gardens in Hixon, Tenn.
The family received friends on Sunday from 3 until 6 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Home.
You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com
Thomas Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Dr. Melvin Winferd Waters.
Stevie Johnson
Stevie Lamar Johnson, age 59, slipped gently into the arms of his heavenly father on Friday, July 22, 2016. Stevie was born March 4, 1957, to the late Norman and Evelyn Stephens Johnson. He was preceded in death by his brothers James, Sammy and Billy Johnson and by a sister, Irene LeClaire.
Stevie leaves behind his brother, David Johnson; his loving sister and caretaker, Lynell Harris and husband, Nevin; a special nephew, Darren and his wife, Tracy; also great nephews, Joshua and Joseph; a special niece Jessica; and many nephews, nieces and cousins who loved him dearly.
Stevie fought a valiant fight with cancer for years, never complaining or becoming bitter because of his illness. Stevie’s courage and strength amazed everyone.
A gathering of friends and family was held Monday, July 25 from 5 until 7 p.m. from Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home. For memorials, the family suggests St. Jude’s Children’s research Hospital.
Condolences may be left online at www.maxbrannonandsons.com. Arrangements for Stevie Lamar Johnson are under the care and direction of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home of Calhoun.
Patricia Hobgood Page, age 64, of Dalton and formally of Calhoun, passed away suddenly July 23, 2016 at her residence.
Patricia was born on July 28, 1951 in Floyd County to Kelly Hobgood and Winnie Goble Hobgood. She was a member of Belmont Baptist Church. Patricia was a graduate of Calhoun High School class of 1969.
She is survived by her parents, Kelly Hobgood and Winnie Goble Hobgood; two sons, Ross Page and his wife, Connie, of Suwanee, and Trev Page of Dalton; two brothers, Barry Hobgood and his wife, Melinda, and John Hobgood and his wife, Susan; five grandchildren, Cole, Ireland, Sterling, Bryson and Ethan.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday, July 28 at 11 a.m. from the chapel of Thomas Funeral Home with Dr. John Allen officiating. Burial will follow in Chandler Cemetery in Calhoun.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 27 from 5 until 8 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Home.
You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com
Thomas Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Patricia Hobgood Page.
Eddie Hall
Mrs. Eddie “Jack” Hall, 91, of Calhoun, died on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at Gordon Healthcare following several months of declining health. Eddie was born in Bartow County on Aug. 6, 1924; she was the daughter of the late Robert and Rena Hall. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Corley Autry and Sue Burnette; her brother, Dolpus Franklin Hall; her granddaughter, Shelia Ann Hall; her sons-in-law, Virgil Hyde, Howard Hall and Johnnie Rich. For many years, Eddie worked at Shepherds Restaurant.
Survivors are her daughters and son-in-law, Helen Hyde, Marie Hall, Linda Rich, and Deborah and Allen Stanfield; her brother and sister-in-law, RJ and Carolyn Hall; ten grandchildren; fourteen greatgrandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; other loving relatives and friends.
The Hall family received friends on Monday, July 25, 2016 from 5 until 9 p.m. at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.
The funeral service was conducted on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at 11 a.m. from the chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home. Burial followed at Haven of Rest Memorial Park. Pastor Norris Sexton and Bro. Lamar Hand will officiate; Peggy Serritt will have charge of the music. Pallbearers were Larry Wilson Jr., Jason Hall, Justin Hall, Logan Hannah, Hayden Fowler, and Larry Wilson Sr. Honorary pallbearers were Jamie Hall, Bobby Hall, Terry Hall, and Adam Stanfield.
Friends may sign the online guest register at www.maxbrannonandsons.com. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home of Calhoun.
Howard Davis
Mr. Howard Benjamin Davis, 90, a lifelong resident of Calhoun, died at his home on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. Howard was born in Gordon County on Nov. 22, 1925; he was the son of the late Benjamin and Willie Davis. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Davis, in 2008. Howard served in The United States Navy during WWII. While a seaman First Class with the LST 917, he saw action in the Philippines, Iwo Jima, Formosa. Even under attack, Howard and his fellow sailors made emergency repairs to their vessel and continued to fight. When he was discharged, Howard received multiple medals, including good conduct, ribbons for various campaigns, Battle Stars, and a victory ribbon. After his military service, Howard worked, until his retirement, for CM Jones Company and Buford Textiles. An avid coin collector, Howard also enjoyed the outdoors: gardening, hunting, and fishing. He was a longtime member of Riverview Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon.
Survivors are his sons and daughters-in-law, Michael Alan and Sandra Davis, Howard Steven Davis, and Tony and Melanie Davis; his daughter, LeGaina Sutherland; his grandchildren, Chad Davis, Todd Davis, Chris Davis, Tristen Davis, Kayle Davis Dutton, Blake Davis, Darah Moss, and Dalyn Moss; twelve great-grandchildren; his sister, Norma Rickett; other relatives and friends.
The Davis family received friends from 5 until 8 p.m. on Friday, July 22, 2016 at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.
Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 10 a.m. from Riverview Baptist Church. Rev. Jamey Hunt officiated. Burial, with military honors, followed the service at Fain Cemetery. Rev. Winford Casey officiated at the graveside. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers were Howard’s grandsons and his fellow deacons of Riverview Baptist Church.
The family suggests that memorials be made to Riverview Baptist Church Building Fund, 141 Liberty Road SW, Calhoun, Georgia 30701. Friends may sign the online guest register at ww.maxbrannonandsons. com.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home of Calhoun.
Lile Dean
Mr. Lile Dean, 81, of Calhoun, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Gordon Hospital following a brief illness. He was born in Gordon County on July 14, 1935, son of the late Chester and Lois Stanley Dean. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanelle Hicks Dean on Jan. 26, 2016; and brothers, Lake Dean and Bradley Dean.
Mr. Dean was retired from Springs Industries. He was a longtime member and Deacon of Union Grove Baptist Church.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Joann and Nevin Weaver of Calhoun; grandchildren, Megan Weaver and Garrett Weaver; and nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Services to honor the life of Mr. Lile Dean were held Saturday, July 23 at 1 p.m. from Union Grove Baptist Church, with Rev. Tim Spires officiating. Music was arranged by Tammy Freeman. Burial followed in Haven of Rest Memorial Park, with Rev. Donald Young officiating. Pallbearers serving included Hank Hazelwood, Robbie Evans, Garrett Weaver, Bruce Hicks, Michael Hicks and Danny Dean. Honorary pallbearers were the members of Union Grove Baptist Church.
The Dean family received friends at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home on Friday, July 22 from 5 until 8 p.m.
Condolences may be left at www.maxbrannonandsons.com. Funeral services for Mr. Lile Dean are under the care and direction of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home of Calhoun.
Sandra O’Neal
Sandra Onieta O’Neal, age 66, of Calhoun, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016 at Calhoun Health Care.
Sandra was born on March 25, 1950 in Rome to the late John O’Neal, Sr. and Hazel Maxine Wright. She was a member of Calhoun First Baptist Church, and retired from Mannington Mills. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Stanley Wright O’Neal and John O’Neal, Jr; and nephew, Stanley O’Neal.
She is survived by her sister-in-law, Gail O’Neal; nephew, Haley O’Neal; niece, Lanea McKone all of Calhoun; a special friend, Chad Johnfroe; and several cousins also survive.
Graveside Services will be conducted on Wednesday, July 27 at 10 a.m. in Fain Cemetery with Dr. Bert Vaughn officiating.
You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com
Thomas Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Sandra Onieta O’Neal.
Mary Jones
Mary Gallman Jones, age 72 of Centre, Ala. and formerly of Gordon County, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Redmond Regional Medical Center.
Mary was born on Sept. 21, 1943 in Gordon County to the late Ed Walker Gallman and Stella Mae Goforth Gallman. She was a past Grand Matron and Grand Chapter Nurse of the local Eastern Star. She was a retired registered nurse serving the Cherokee County Nursing Home of Centre, Ala.
She is survived by her son, Ken Jones and his wife, Kristy, of Centre; daughter, Toni Jones of Centre; brother, Joe Gallman and his wife, Barbara, of Calhoun; three step-children, Keith Jones and his wife, Kim, Karen Miner and her husband, Bruce, and Keena McEntyre and her husband, Mark, all of Calhoun; one grandson, Josh Jones and his wife, Lacy; and nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Wednesday, July 27 at 11 a.m. at the chapel of Thomas Funeral Home with Dr. Doug Roebuck officiating. Burial will follow in Fain Cemetery. Pallbearers serving will be Shawn Brehm, Mitchell Miner, Michael Miner, Jeff Gallman and Joey Gallman.
The family received friends on Tuesday evening from 4 until 7 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you support and vote for Donald Trump for President of the United States.
You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com
Thomas Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Mary Gallman Jones.