Columbus Patrick Massengale, 74, Rossville

Columbus Patrick “Pat” Massengale of Rossville died Monday, December 10, 2012. He was 74.

He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia areas and was a member of Lighthouse of the Word for more than 41 years. He retired from Aramark Industries in 2003 after more than 34 years of service and was a member of the Masonic Lodge #397 F&AM. He was also a member of the Brainerd Tennis Nuts for more than 35 years and was an avid Tennessee Volunteers Football fan. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Rose Bud Massengale; wife, Dorothy “Dot” Massengale; and brother, Jimmy Lee Massengale.

Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and (Tammy) Massengale; six grandchildren, Kevin Thomas Mas-sengale, Kyle Patrick-Sean Massengale, Katriscia Massen-gale, Christopher Cagle, Zachary Cagle and Amber Massengale all of Rossville; several great-grandchildren; two nieces, Teresa Menendez and Pam Rediker both of Murfreesboro, Tenn., and one nephew, Eric Thomas of Jackson, Tenn.

Funeral services: Thursday, Dec. 13, at 11:30 a.m. in the Fort Oglethorpe Chapel with Revs. Bobby Prueitt and Michael James Lowery officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, Dec. 12, after 5 p.m. and prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W. L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Homes, Fort Oglethorpe.

Rosalyn Prichard Espy, 59, Ringgold

Rosalyn Prichard Espy of Ringgold died Monday, December 10, 2012, at her residence. She was 59.

She was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia area.

She was preceded in death by her father, Gordon A. Parks, Sr., and three sisters, Frances Parks, Helen Prichard and Ellen Prichard.

Survivors include her husband, Victor “Chuck” Espy of Ringgold; mother, Evelyn Gladden Weaver of Chattanooga, Tenn.; two sons, Roger Dale Hixon and Fred Franklin Hixon II, both of Ringgold; brother, Gordon “Bo” A. Parks, Jr., of Chattanooga, Tenn.; and, several nieces and nephews.

There will be no visitation or service per her request.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

Alma Lorraine Wilson Ford, 91, Chattanooga

Alma Lorraine Wilson Ford of Chattanooga died Monday, December 10, 2012. She was 91.

She was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area and was a member of Valley View Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by five siblings, James Wilson, Odell Wilson, Willard Wilson, Jean Steinberg and William Wilson; and her husband, Arthur Lee Ford.

Survivors include two daughters and son-in-law, Mary Alice Brooks of Rossville, and Diane Lee and (John) Presley of Wilson, N.C.; three grandchildren, Angela Vick of Rossville, Jeannie Byrd of Flintstone and Ashley Presley of Wilson, N.C.; seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Neal Powell officiating. Burial: Hooker Cemetery in Wildwood. Visitation:. Wednesday, Dec. 12, after 5 p.m., all day Thursday and prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W. L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Charles Clyde Edwards, 60, Chickamauga

Charles Clyde Edwards of Chickamauga died Sunday, November 25, 2012. He was 60.

He was born to the late Earl and Juanita Edwards in LaFayette on October 12, 1952. He was of the Baptist faith and a current employee of Crystal Springs in Chickamauga and he loved animals.

He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sue Edwards.

Survivors include his sisters, Betty Lowrance, Linda Adams, Katherine Davis and Edna Graze; brothers, Gerald and Donald Garmany and Melvin Edwards; and, several nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral service: Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial: Antioch Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 2-8 p.m. and prior to the service.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – J. Avery Bryan Chapel, Chickamauga.

Maria Lynn Steele, 36, LaFayette

Maria Lynn Steele of LaFayette died Wednesday, December 12, 2012, at Erlanger Medical Center. She was 36.

She was born July 21, 1976, in Fort Oglethorpe, the daughter of Jerry Garland “Babe” Steele and the late Kathrine Pendergrass Steele.

Other than her mother, she was preceded in death by her step-mother, Suzanne Steele.

Survivors include her father, Garland “Babe” Steele; step-sister, Carie Latham; step-brother, Adam Trammell; and several uncles, aunts, and cousins.

Funeral services: Saturday, Dec. 15, at 2 p.m. at Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Autry officiating. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Saturday, Dec. 15, from noon until the service hour.

Active pallbearers will be Rick Deberry, Joe Steele, Larry Steele, Doug Beliakoff, Douglas Steele, and Bobby Hannah.

An online guestbook is available at: masonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Mason Funeral Home.

Ava June Carlton, Infant, LaFayette

Infant Ava June Carlton of LaFayette died Friday, November 30, 2012.

She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Wayne Carlton; and uncles, David Dean, and Tony Carlton.

Survivors include her mother, Sonya Carlton; sisters, Breanna Carlton and Caylee Walker; brothers, Avery Walker and Riley Graves; grandmother, Debbie Carlton; great-grandmother, June Crump; and uncles, Michael Donovan, and Billy Wayne Carlton, all of LaFayette.

Graveside service: Saturday, Dec. 1, at 2 p.m. in the Twin Oaks Cemetery. No visitation.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Eva Mae Parrish Williams, 95, Chickamauga

Eva Mae Parrish Williams of Chickamauga died December 10, 2012. She was 95.

She was a lifelong member of Garrett’s Chapel Church where she was the pianist for most of her life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse I. Williams; son, Robert Williams; grandson, Vincent Autry; and, several siblings.

Survivors include her daughters, Annie Autry, Edna Autry, Robbie (Johnnie) Talley and Jackie Anderson; son, Larry (Brenda) Williams; sisters, Lolita, Dorothy and Mildred; and four generations of grandchildren.

Funeral service: Thursday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Charles McElhaney officiating. Burial: Lookout Cemetery, Highpoint. Visitation: Wednesday, Dec. 12, after 5 p.m. and prior to the service on Thursday.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Chickamauga Chapel.

Barbara Ann Hammond Cotton, 75, Rossville

Barbara Ann Hammond Cotton of Rossville died Sunday, December 9, 2012, in a local hospital. She was 75.

She was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia areas. She retired from Chattanooga Freight after 20 plus years of service. She enjoyed reading, traveling, loved her family, and supported her grandchildren in the sports they participated in over the years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon Spears and Margaret Ann Vincent Hammond.

Survivors include her son, Michael G. (Denise Rothwell) Cotton of Newark, Del.; daughters, Lorin C. (Frank) Pendley of Chickamauga, Dawn Malone, and her companion, Ronnie Presnell; brothers, Don (Sandra) Hammond of Ringgold, Fred (Linda) Hammond of Chattanooga, Jim (Liz) Hammond of Clearwater, Fla.; grandchildren, Gabe Pendley, Garrett Pendley, Patrick O’Conner, Jennifer Wells and Wyatt Malone; and one great-grandson, Christian Wells.

Funeral services: Thursday, Dec. 13, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Mike Sims officiating. Visitation: Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Siskin Hospital, 1 Siskin Plaza, Chattanooga, Tenn. 37402.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Rosetta Ann Conner, 65, Rossville

Rosetta Ann Conner of Rossville died Sunday, December 9, 2012, in a local Hospice Unit. She was 65.

She was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church where she was a lifetime Sunday School Teacher and sang in the choir. She was a great storyteller, a foster parent to numerous children, a former day care owner and a Family Service Administrator for Head Start with Catoosa and Walker Counties.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Grover and Vena Campbell; husband, Kenneth Conner; and brother, Grover J. Campbell Jr.

Survivors include her sons, Michael (Cheryl) Lee, Brent (Kristy) Lee, Brian (Shea) Lee, all of Cleveland, Tenn., Chris (Angie) Conner, Whitwell, Tenn., and Juan Rodriguez Conner, Rossville; sister, Barbara (Wade) Underwood of Rossville; and a very special friend, Jim Duncan of Rossville; 13 grand-children; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Larry Underwood and Jon Underwood officiating. Burial: Wednesday at 10 a.m. in National Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, Dec. 10, from 4-8 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Ronnie Coleman Jr., 26, Menlo

Ronnie “Jason” Coleman, Jr.,of Menlo died Thursday, December 6, 2012. He was 26.

He was born July 7, 1986, in Chicago, Ill. He was of the Christian faith and enjoyed fishing and working on cars.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Munn.

Survivors include his wife, Christina Coleman; father and step-mother, Ronnie and Trenda Coleman; three daughters, Jasmine Coleman, Cassidy and Mary Lee Ware; step-children, Audrey Blalock and Jaden Treadaway; seven sisters, Linda Farmer, Eva Miller, Kim Miller, Cassie Miller, Melissa Hudgins, Ashley Sayre and Amanda Stansberry; seven brothers, Michael Sayre, Jerry Munn, Mark Munn, Robert Munn, Brian Munn, Frank Miller and Eric Coleman; and, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: LaFayette City Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 9, from 2-9 p.m., and Monday from 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – LaFayette Chapel.

John F. Riha, 85, Chickamauga

John F. Riha of Chickamauga died Thursday, December 6, 2012, in a local hospital. He was 85.

He was a native of Manhattan, N.Y., spent many years in California before moving to Chickamauga in 1994. He was a member of the Chattanooga Valley Baptist Church, a U.S. Navy veteran, and was employed as a stone mason for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, painting, and fishing, and was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Stanley and Louise Hemann Riha; daughter, Virginia Rowley; and brother, Albert Stanley Riha, Jr.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Minnie Mae Riha; children, Cecil and James Menasco, Shelly Crawford, Sherry Eychaner, Juanita Solomon, and John H. Riha; 17 grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Billy Jacks officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors. Visita-tion: Monday, Dec. 10, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, Rossville.

James E. Campbell, 95, Rossville

James E. Campbell of Rossville died Friday, December 7, 2012, in a local healthcare facility. He was 95.

He was a retired truck driver and was of the United Methodist faith.

He was preceded in death by a son, Cletus Campbell; parents, Claude and Jewel Campbell; brother, Ray Campbell; and sister, Gertrude Harris.

Survivors include his wife of 75 years, Ruby Campbell; son, Jim Campbell; daughter-in-law, Toni Campbell; sister, Bobbie Jean Branham; seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 11:30 a.m. in the Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors. Visita-tion: Monday, Dec. 10, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Bobbie Sue Sanland, 84, Ringgold

Bobbie Sue Sanland of Ringgold died Friday, December 7, 2012, at her residence. She was 84.

She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed traveling and being a snowbird in Florida during the winter and returning to Rossville in the summers. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard L. Sanland, parents, Herman and Delphia Fischer, grandson, Donald T. Sanland, Jr., and granddaughter, Vickie Vaughn Knight.

Survivors include her daughters, Nancy L. (Wayne) Vaughn and Cindy L. (Allen) Stephens; five grandchildren, Jason (Sydney) Stephens, Bradley (Casey) Stephens, Christopher (Nicole) Stephens, Charla (Billy) Bryant and JoAnn Vaughn, and five great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be private.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Joyce Marie Floyd, 60, Fort Oglethorpe

Joyce Marie Floyd of Ft. Oglethorpe died Friday, December 7, 2012, at her residence. She was 60.

She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother and a friend to anyone she met. She was employed in the housekeeping department at Holiday Inn-East Ridge for a number of years. She was of the Baptist faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Josephine Frost, three brothers, and one sister.

Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Joseph Floyd; children, Joseph (Jennifer) Floyd, Jr., of Trenton, Lisa Maria (Jimmy) Jackson, of Ringgold and Christopher Floyd of Calhoun; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brothers, James, Tommy, Raymond, and Donald Frost; sisters, Linda Weathers and Katherine Haynes; and, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Dec. 10, at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Randy Tinker officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 9, from 1-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Mildred Perry, 92, Chattanooga

Mildred Perry of Chattanooga, Tennessee, died Saturday, December 8, 2012. She was 92.

She was born in Sequatchie County, Tenn., to the late Victor and Emma Freeman and was a longtime member of Temple Baptist Church in Chattanooga.

She was preceded in death by her son, Jimmy Dale Perry, and her husband, James Perry.

Survivors include her children, Barbara Waddeck of Orlando, Fla., Patricia Stanec of Levit Town, Pa., Ronald Wilson of Fredrick, Md.; sister, Mabel Simmons of Fort Oglethorpe; 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and three nephews.

Funeral services: Thursday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Shad Smith officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memorial Gardens-South. Visitation: Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 4-8 p.m. and prior to the service Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org or to Temple Baptist Church, 3204 Clio Ave., Chattanooga, Tenn. 37407.

Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Sue Hagins Harrington, 83, LaFayette

Sue Hagins Harrington age of LaFayette died Saturday, December 8, 2012, to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was 83.

She is now with her beloved husband, Harry Harrington, with whom she was married to for 36 years. She was born in Statesboro on April 23, 1929, to William and Julia DeLoach Hagins. She and her husband, Harry moved to LaFayette in 1964, where they began the LaFayette Recreation Department and served the community for many years. She is most known for teaching swimming lessons for more than 50 years and was respected for her kindness and ability to communicate with children. Her beloved passion for recreation started with the City of Statesboro and the JEA (Jewish Educational Alliance) of Savannah. She was a 1947 graduate of Statesboro High School where she was an All State Basketball Guard, high jumped in track and a cheerleader. She attended Georgia Southern University in Statesboro. She grew up with five older athletic brothers.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Harrington, Jr.

Survivors include her daughter, Patti (C. B.) Brown of Knoxville; son, Reid (Tammy) Harrington; grandchildren, Drennan Reid Harrington, Chris Edge, Hub Brown, Hannah Damron; four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. Service conducted by Rev. R. V. Wells. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, Dec. 10, from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Ted Harris, Scott Underwood, Clay Tracy, Paul Careathers, Jeff Potts, Steve Hampton, Ronald Underwood, David Smith.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Renea Gail Russell, 62, LaFayette

Renea Gail Russell of LaFayette died Saturday, December 8, 2012, at her home. She was 62.

She was preceded in death by her father Robert Baker, Jr., and a brother, Terry Lee Baker.

Survivors include her husband, John Russell of LaFayette; daughters, Teena Wesson, Regina Fitzgerald-Ellis, both of LaFayette, Terra Jackson of Chickamauga; mother, Barbara Cordell Baker of Chickamauga; sister, Janet Everett of Canton; brothers, Bobby Baker, Eddie Baker, both of Rock Spring; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 11a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service conducted by Revs. J. D. Gibson and Malcolm Harris. Interment in Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery.

Aarrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Peggy Sue Parrish Millican, 73, Chickamauga

Peggy Sue Parrish Millican of Chickamauga died Sunday, December 9, 2012. She was 73.

She was born July 6, 1939, to the late Henry and Martha Kutz Parrish in High Point. She retired from BI-LO where she worked for 35 years as a bookkeeper and she enjoyed reading and spending time with her family.

She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Manuel and Kenneth Parrish; sisters, Louise Paris and Jackie Towe.

Survivors include her loving husband, William Talmadge Millican; daughter, Cindy (Milton) King; sons, Tracy Millican and Brian (Christa) Millican, all of Chickamauga; three grandchildren, Joshua and Chrissy Millican and Hannah Kight, and two great-grandchildren, Emery and Grayson Kight.

The family will receive friends from 3-9 p.m. Monday, and 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Funeral service: Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Coulter Cemetery. Visitaiton: Monday, Dec. 10, from 3-9 p.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 11, from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes Lafayette Chapel.

Jennifer Louise Tipton, 23, Ringgold

Jennifer Louise Tipton of Ringgold died Tuesday, December 11, 2012. She was 23.

She was a lifelong resident of the Ringgold area.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Becky Guess, and grandfather, Cotton Irwin.

Survivors include her parents, James and Delores Bunch Tipton of Ringgold; two brothers, James E. Tipton, Jr., and Jonathon Tipton, both of Ringgold; grandmother, Jeweldean Irwin of Ringgold; grandfather, Randy Guess of Stephenson, Ala.; great-grandmother, Jewel Privett of Stephenson, Ala.; niece, Chassidty Tipton of Ringgold; nephew, Landon Tipton of Ringgold; and, several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services: Friday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Bobby Henson officiating. Burial: Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 4-9 p.m., all day Thursday and Friday until funeral time at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

Martha Emma Duncan Pendergrass, 70, Chat-tanooga

Martha Emma Duncan Pendergrass of Chattanooga, Tennessee, died Thursday, December 6, 2012. She was 70.

She was born in Huntsville, Ala., to the late David P. and Ruby Wooten Duncan. She was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area and was of the Church of God faith. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Ray Pendergrass, daughter, Sonya Catlett, and son, Joe “Joey” Phillips, Jr.

Survivors include her daughter, Deborah Kendrick of Chattanooga, Tenn.; grandchildren, David Martin, Ashley Sweeney, Donald Joe Kendrick, Robert Dewayne Kendrick, Fred Jefferson Kendrick; nine great-grandchildren, and, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Dec. 10, at 11 a.m. in the chapel with Rev. Wendell Dover officiating. Burial: Chickamauga Cemetery – Chickamauga. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 9, from 4-9 p.m. and Monday morning until the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made towards her funeral expenses.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – Chickamauga Chapel, Chickamauga.

Sibyl Evelyn Capehart, 90, Rossville

Sibyl Evelyn Capehart of Rossville died Friday, December 7, 2012, in a local nursing home. She was 90.

She was born in Ringgold on August 25, 1922, to the late James Arthur and Ludie Nuckolls Capehart and spent most of her life in the north Georgia area. She was first employed at Loveman’s in Chattanooga and was a hair stylist, later owning her own beauty shop that she operated for many years. She was a faithful member of Lakeview First Baptist Church and a member of the American Business Women of Chattanooga, serving as President of the local chapter in the 1970’s. She was a very kind and loving person who will be missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, J.W. Capehart and Gordon Capehart, and her sister, Gladys Talley.

Survivors include her brother, Harold Capehart of Rock Spring; niece, Ann Fitzgerald and her husband, Jody of Ringgold; nephew, Gene Capehart; great-nephew, Chad Capehart and his wife, Jennifer, and great-great-niece, Emma Capehart, all of Rock Spring.

Funeral services: Monday, Dec. 10, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Patrick Cooper officiating. Burial: Rock Spring Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 9, from 2-4 p.m. and from 1 p.m. Monday until the time of service at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank the staff at NHC of Rossville for all their loving care, compassion and support during her residence at the facility as well as Hospice of Chattanooga for their help and support.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Dorris Marie Cordell Oxford, 92

Dorris “Dot” Marie Cordell Oxford died Saturday, December 8, 2012. She was 92.

She was born in Hamilton County, Tenn., and had been a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and northwest Georgia area. She was employed at Fleetwood Coffee Company for 29 years. She also had worked at Chattanooga Bakery and Kingwood Pharmacy. She had attended Mission Ridge Baptist Church and 26th Street Baptist Church. She was the past Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star in Fort Oglethorpe.

She was preceded in death by her father, Corbet Jessie Cordell; mother, Ida Marie Schaich Cordell Qualls and step-father, T. W. Qualls; husband, Isaac Titus Oxford; sister, Louise Cordell; twin brother, Morris, and brothers, Richard and Fay Cordell; niece, Susie Cordell; and nephews, Larry and Michael Cordell.

Survivors include her sister, Hazel Cordell Brinkley Gordy; nieces, Lisa (James) Brinkley Smith, Cathy (Pat) Brinkley Hammack, Joy (Gale) Cordell Muir, Wendy Campbell Humphreys, Debbie Cordell, Martha (George) Linkous McBee, Mary Alice (Terrell) Linkous Welborn; nephews, Tom Cordell, Jim (April) Cordell, Fay “Junior” Cordell, Jr.; and, several great nieces and great nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. in the chapel with Revs. Greg Fox and Charles Vandergriff officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens-South, Rossville. Visitation: Monday, Dec. 10, from 6-9 p.m., and Tuesday morning prior to the service.

The family would like to thank Dot’s caregivers, Hazel, Lisa and James, Sarah, Hannah, Mikayla and Jessica Smith, and a very special heartfelt thanks to Dr. William Horton, Elise, Phyllis, Tonya, Diane, Brandi and everyone else at Hearth & Hutcheson Hospice.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Homes – Fort Oglethorpe.

Dixie Burke Hughes, Ringgold

Dixie Burke Hughes of Ringgold and the Chattanooga, Tennessee area for many years, died in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Tuesday, December 4, 2012.

She was born the daughter of Dorothy Bergen Burke and Lee Burke. She retired from Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation 10 years ago as an administrative assistant and prior to that worked with her husband as an office manager on numerous building projects across the country. She also gave much of her time and service at Christ Chapel in Ringgold.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren Hughes, just three months ago.

Survivors include her daughters, Lisa Hughes and Terry Hines; sons Malcolm (Emily) Boothroyd and Mark Boothroyd; step-children, Greg (Lana) Hughes, Della and Tracy; grand-children, Ryan, Rachel and Ali.

Funeral services: Monday, Dec. 10, at noon at Ringgold First Baptist Church with Rev. Jim Bailiff officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ringgold First Baptist Church deacons.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ Chapel, Ringgold, Ga.

Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 9, from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home and from 11 a.m. until service time on Monday at Ringgold First Baptist Church.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, 3239 Battlefield Parkway.

Glenn Shorty McDonald, 84, LaFayette

Glenn Shorty McDonald of LaFayette died Tuesday, December 4, 2012. He was 84.

Survivors include his sons, Daniel Webb, of LaFayette, and James Webb, of Centre, Ala.; sister, Elsie Dean, of LaFayette; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

There will be no funeral services held.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Jimmy Ray Moore, 64, LaFayette

Jimmy Ray Moore of LaFayette died Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at Hutcheson Medical Center. He was 64.

He was born July 30, 1948, in Chattanooga, Tenn., the son of the late Virgil Ray and Annie Louise Chandler Moore.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Imogene Parker and Zondra Guffey; and brothers, William Paul Chandler, Frankie Lee Moore, and Virgil E. Moore.

Survivors include his sisters, Edna Sharp, Wanda Thompson, Delois Clifton, Sandra Hull, Audrey Gibson, Pam Oglesby, and Rita Dyer; and brothers, James Moore and Jackie Moore.

Memorial service: Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. at the LaFayette Church of Christ with Min. Aaron Poe officiating.

An online guestbook is available at: masonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Mason Funeral Home, Summerville.

Millie Sue Cook, 75, Rossville

Millie Sue Cook of Rossville died Tuesday, December 4, 2012, in a local hospital. She was 75.

Survivors include her husband, Michael Eugene Cook, Sr.

Private services will be held.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

Rosemary Edmonds, Omaha

Rosemary Edmonds of Omaha died November 13, 2012. She was a former longtime employee of Buster Brown Apparel in Chattanooga.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary and Edward Edmonds; and her brother Allan.

Survivors include her son, Tim Edmonds; sisters, Martha Thompson, Maxine Miller, and Ginger Zielinski; and two nieces and two nephews.

Funeral mass: Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. at Saint Gerard Church, 3049 Lafayette Road, Fort Oglethorpe.

Artie L. Baker, 82, LaFayette

Artie L. Baker of LaFayette died Friday, December 7, 2012, at his home. He was 82.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary R. Baker; parents, Robert and Luda Baker; sister, Dorothy Dunlap; brothers, Anderson Darnell Baker and Robert Baker, Jr.

Survivors include his daughters and son-in-laws, Denise (Dennis) Lindsey of LaFayette, Gayla (Rickey) Skates of Cypress, Texas; sister, Glenna Thomas Bailey of LaFayette; three grandsons, one granddaughter, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Sunday, Dec. 9, at 4 p.m. at Corinth Baptist Church. Service conducted by Pastor R.D. Wallin. Burial: Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 9, from 2-4 p.m. at the church.

Pallbearers: Rickey Skates, Dennis Lindsey, Daniel Skates, Damon Lindsey, Dale Lindsey and Randy Johnson. Honorary pallbearers: Hattie Robinson, Harvey, Steve Reynolds, Roger Johnson, Cameron Lindsey, Tristan Lindsey, Blaze Lindsey, Stanley Brown, Charles Littlejohn and Marlin Littlejohn.

In lieu of flowers contributions are to be made to Corinth Baptist church building fund.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Robert Carl Suttles, 55, LaFayette

Robert Carl Suttles of LaFayette died Sunday, December 2, 2012, at Floyd Medical Center in Rome. He was 57.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Paul Suttles and Hazel E. Clements Suttles.

Survivors include his son, Sgt. Darian J. Jordan of Chattanooga, Tenn.; sisters, Patricia Suttles Brabson and Margaret (Jimmy) Suttles Blalock of Dalton; brothers, Minister Paul Alexander (Julia) Suttles of LaFayette, Gene A. (Barbara) Suttles, Reuben (Ann) Suttles, James Lebron (Deloise) Suttles, and Dony M. (Mary) Suttles of Dalton; aunts, Eunice Rooks of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Nola Clements of Chickamauga; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral Service: Saturday, Dec. 8, at 1 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Dunwoody Road, LaFayette, with Minister Major Suttles, Pastor Rheubin M. Taylor, and other ministers officiating. Burial: Naomi Cemetery. His remains will lie in state at the funeral home on Friday after 11 a.m. Visitation: Friday from 6-7 p.m.

An online guestbook is available at: willisfuneralhomedalton.

Arrangements: Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton.

Thomas Eugene Walker, 67, Ringgold

Thomas Eugene “Tuna” Walker of Ringgold died Wednesday, December 5, 2012. He was 67.

He was born in Atlanta to the late Thomas Edison and Edith Walker. He loved riding his Harley Davidson.

Survivors include his loving wife of 28 years, Elizabeth Ann Walker of Ringgold; daughter, Lisa Walker of Ohio; and two grandchildren.

Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Shelby Jean Simmons, 72, Rossville

Shelby Jean Simmons of Rossville died Wednesday, December 5, 2012, in a local hospital. She was 72.

She was a member of Straight Creek Church of God. She was retired from the State of Alabama Department of Tourism.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 20 years, Larry Simmons; brother, Lem Wilson; and sister, Pam Tolbert.

Survivors include her sons, Robert Tony Hales of Ringgold, Michael Clayton Hales of Rising Fawn; sisters, Dorothy Moses of Fort Payne, Ala., Jo Stiefel of Fyffe, Ala.; grandchildren, Robert Brandon Hales of East Ridge, Emily Vaughn of Ringgold.

Funeral services: Friday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Gary Haymon officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens. Visitation: Thursday, Dec. 6, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Elizabeth Broadrick Nash, 91, Birmingham, Ala.

Elizabeth (Betty) Broadrick Nash of Birmingham, Ala., died November 24, 2012. She was 91.

She was born November 25, 1920, in Dalton.

Her husband, Allen Warrenfells Nash of LaFayette, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her children, Steve (Barbara) Nash of Dallas, Beth Nash of Birmingham, Ala.; and her grandchildren, Peter Nash and Kristin China.

Graveside service: Dec. 22, at 2 p.m. at the LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Dec. 22, at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wallis Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Gerald Henry Boss, 85, Trion

Gerald Henry Boss of Trion died Monday, December 3, 2012, at Hutcheson Medical Center. He was 85.

He was born in LaFayette on January 14, 1927. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, was retired from Mount Vernon Mills with 45 years of service, was a member of the Quarter Century Club, and was a member of the Trion First Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by father and mother, Roy Lee and Biddie Lee Lawrence Boss; sister, Frances Anderson; and brothers, LeBron Boss and Clint Clifford Boss.

Survivors include his wife, Bobbie Scoggins Boss; daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Ricky Gilreath, Jo and Clita Boss-Etris, and Cheryl and Terry Adams; grandchildren, Crystal Clark, Jason Clark, Nathan Clark, Justin Clark, Kimberly Arnold, Carrie Allmon, and Keeta Redcay; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Florence Burrell and Patricia Boss.

Funeral services: Thursday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Dr. Warren Moorehead officiating. Burial: Greenhills Memory Gardens. Visitation: Thursday, Dec. 6, from noon-2 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Janssen Redcay, Chris Arnold, Justin Clark, Steve Boss, Justin Allmon, and Charles Boss.

Arrangements: Erwin-Petitt Funeral Home, Summerville.

Haskel Ritchie, 85, Chattanooga

Haskel Ritchie of Chattanooga, Tennessee, died Monday, December 3, 2012, peacefully at home with his family. He was 85.

He had lived in the Chattanooga area for most of his life and was of the Baptist faith. He was a WWII veteran having served in the U.S. Army and was a loving and peaceful man who was fully dedicated to his wife and family. His life’s joy was being outside in the dirt planting fruits and vegetables. His past hobbies included fishing and hunting both of which were shared with his wife. To know him was to know a truly great man. Those who loved him will forever miss him.

He was preceded in death by his wife, of 44 years, Iretta Ritchie, and son, Don Hunter.

Survivors include his daughter, Connie Hunter; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bobby and Olivia Yarbrough, Ronald and Shirley Yarbrough; six granddaughters, Starlena Thomason, Vanessa Epperson, Rhonda Pendry, Kim Rohland, Angela Richardson, Toni Dodson; two grandsons, Bobby Yarbrough, Jr., Gary Yarbrough; and 17 great-grandchildren.

“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” John 11:25

Graveside service: Friday, Dec. 12, at 12:30 p.m. in the Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Friday from 10 a.m. until time to leave for the service at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Dana Smith-Goodman, 59, Rossville

Dana Smith-Goodman of Rossville died Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was 59.

She was a 1971 graduate of Rossville High School, was the owner of D&S Sales and a member of New Covenant Baptist Church. She was a loving, caring, and giving wife, mother and grandmother and enjoyed traveling with her family. Dana was a trusted friend who will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Smith, and previous husband, Sonny Smith.

Survivors include her husband, Garry Goodman; children, Chris (Angela) Hicks and Kimberly (Greg) McGraw; father, Dan (Ann) Smith; sisters, Karen (Larry) Brown, and Tonja (Dave) Thornhill; brother, Danny (Suzie) Smith; grandchildren, Brandi, Logan, Dakota, Laine and Emma; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services: Friday, Dec. 7, at 1 p.m. at Lakewood Memory Gardens, East with Pastor Mike Gregg officiating. Visitation: Thursday, Dec. 6, from 1-8 p.m. and Friday from 9a.m.-noon at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 300 West Emery Street, Dalton, GA 30720.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Oscar Farrow, Jr., 73, Ringgold

Oscar Farrow, Jr. of Ringgold died Wednesday, December 5, 2012. He was 73.

He had lived in the Chattanooga area for most of his life and had recently rededicated his life to the Lord; he was of the Baptist faith. He was an Air Force Veteran and was previously employed with Curis Gravely Painting. He was a loving and devoted son and father who will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Katherine Farrow, Sr.; son, Ronald Steven Farrow; and sister, Joyce Sledge.

Survivors include his son, Michael Farrow of Chattanooga, Tenn.; daughter, Tracy Farrow of Ringgold; two brothers, Jimmy Farrow of Ooltewah, Tenn., and Charles Farrow of East Ridge, Tenn.; three sisters, Wanda Browder of Trenton, Pat Shirley of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Edna Farrow of Ohio; two grandchildren, David Allen Walker and Stephanie Farrow; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Friday, Dec. 7, at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Mark Brandon officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, East. Visitation: Thursday, Dec. 6, after 4 p.m. and prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Betty Jane Chambers, 64, Chickamauga

Betty Jane Chambers of Chickamauga died Monday, December 3, 2012. She was 64.

She graduated from LaFayette High School in 1966. She was a member of the LaFayette First Church of God. She retired from Walker County Government after 26 years of service. She also has worked for the past 12 years at the LaFayette Wal-Mart were she was known as B.J. She had a passion for gardening, working puzzles and was an avid reader.

She was preceded in death by parents, Buster Hurley, Sr., and Mae Belle Webb; brothers, Buster Hurley Jr., Joe Bob Hurley, Charles Hurley, and David Hurley.

Survivors include her daughters, Jennifer (Brian) Walker, of Chickamauga, and Jessica (Jason) Young, of Rossville; son, Robbie Chambers; ex-husband, Charley R. Chambers; broth-ers, Max Hurley, of Calhoun, and James Hurley of Jacksonville, Fla.; grandchildren, Justin Young, Ryan Young, Alyssa Young, and Kelsey Walker; and a multitude of nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Thursday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. Service by speakers, Geri Chambers, and Jimmie Duvall. Burial: Garmany Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, Dec. 5, from 4-9 p.m.

Pallbearers: Phillip Hurley, Keith Hurley, Justin Young, Tommy Wiley, Leon Brown, and Robbie Chambers. Honorary pallbearers are Ryan Young, and Willie Cross.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Linda K. Guhne, 66, Rossville

Linda K. Guhne of Rossville died Sunday, December 2, 2012, at her residence after a lengthy illness. She was 66.

She was a long time resident of north Georgia and was a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Catherine Durham Hixson.

Survivors include her husband, Howard C. Guhne; sons, Howard (Kristy) Guhne III, Steven (Bonnie) Guhne; brother, Lester Hixson Jr.; sisters, Barbara (Mike) Tinsley, Donna Miller; grandchildren, Hannah Chloe, Bella Grace, Haley Nicole, and Kayla Reece; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Milton Hallock (retired). Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitation: Tuesday, Dec. 4, from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Nina Faye Goza Bentley, 81, Chattanooga

Nina Faye Goza Bentley of Chattanooga died Monday, December 3, 2012. She was 81.

She was born in DeKalb County, Ala., and was a 1949 graduate of Sylvania High School. She was a longtime resident of the Chattanooga area. She was the beloved manager for the past 20 years at Pinewood Village Apartments. She was a member of Wesley Chapel Methodist Church in Fort Payne, Ala.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Rose Lee Goza, and a brother, Ted Goza.

Survivors include her loving husband of 62 years, A. R. Bentley; children, Ricky (wife, Carol) Bentley and Jan Brotherton; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sis-ter, Barbara (husband, Harold) Stancil; and, two nieces and two nephews.

The family would like to thank the nursing staff at Park-ridge Hospital for the care and love given to Mrs. Bentley.

Funeral service: Saturday, Dec. 8, at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Michael Thomas officiating. Burial: Hamilton Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Friday, Dec. 7, from 4-8 p.m. and 10-11:30 a.m. on Saturday at funeral home.

An online guestbook is asvailable at: chattanooganorth-chapel.com.

Arrangements: the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson.

Johnnie Juanita Oxford, 91, Chattanooga

Johnnie Juanita Oxford of Chattanooga died Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at a local hospital. She was 91.

She was a native of Chattanooga, Tenn., having lived most of her life in the East Ridge area. She was a member of Spring Creek Church of God. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Most of her life was spent raising her two children and making a home for her husband. She was a very talented and articulate person, never meeting a stranger and loved everyone.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John R. and Bessie Wooten; husband of 70 years, Robert “Frank” Oxford; two grandchildren, James and John Oxford, Jr.

Survivors include her two children, Bobbie (Ben) Brackett of Rossville, and John (Beth) Oxford of Sevierville, Tenn.; grandchildren, Johnna Beth (Dickie) Greene, Amanda Wolf-enbarger, Melinda Ogle, Tami (Larry) Askew; great-grandchildren, Joshua Greene, Dylan Ogle, Tyler Ogle, Joshua and Laura Brisson; brother, Ralph Wooten; sister, June Miller; as well as many dear friends, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Saturday, Dec. 8, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Bennie Mills officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitation: Friday, Dec. 7, from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Lyman Streeter, 74, LaFayette

Lyman Streeter of LaFayette died Friday, November 30, 2012, at his home. He was 74.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Yvonne Wright Streeter; daughters, Myra (Marty) McRae, Renee Hackathorn, and Christi Cordell, all of LaFayette; five grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and one niece.

Funeral service: Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m. Service conducted by Dr. Marty McRae. Burial: Littlejohn Cemetery. Visitation: Saturday, Dec. 1, from 6-9 p.m.

Pallbearers: Kyle Bruce, Ken Bruce, Dennis Brown, Eric Garmany, Michael McCormick, and Guy McCardy. Honorary pallbearer: Ed Hampton

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Thomas Alan Wilkins, 52, Rossville

Timothy Alan Wilkins of Rossville died Tuesday, November 27, 2012, at his residence. He was 52.

He had lived most of his life in the Chattanooga and north Georgia area where he was a 1978 graduate of Soddy Daisy High School. He was currently employed at Health Center at Standifer Place in the Housekeeping Department. He had also worked many years in the construction industry. His passions in life were his family, enjoying outdoor activities such as yard work and playing golf. He was also an avid Vols fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sandy Wilkins and Dora Ellen Middlebrooks.

Survivors include his sister, Kathi Wilkins of Soddy Daisy; spouse, Virginia Jones of Rossville; stepchildren, Rodger Barley of Rossville, Brian Barley of Rossville, Mark Barley of Lafayette, and Brenton Barley of Rossville; 13 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services: Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 5 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of Historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Steven Winfield Wallace, 54, Chattanooga

Steven Winfield Wallace of Chattanooga died Thursday, November 29, 2012. He was 54.

He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area and was of the Baptist faith. He retired from Salem Carpets in 1987 after more than 7 years of service and was a devoted son and brother who will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles “Cotton” and Elizabeth “Ann” Wallace; sister, Charlene Wallace; and nephew, Timothy Eugene Wallace.

Survivors include his brother, Barry Wallace of Ringgold; three sisters, Gayle Wallace of Rossville, Judy Pickett of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn., and Kathy Wallace of Sylacuaga, Ala.; stepbrother, David O’Rear; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be private and there will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Homes, Fort Oglethorpe.

Kenneth Allan Harry, 75, LaFayette

Mr. Kenneth Allan Harry of LaFayette died Friday, November 30, 2012. He was 75.

Survivors include his wife, Elaine Ledford Harry, of LaFayette; daughter, Debra, and her husband, George McRoy, of Chickamauga; sister, Peggy Heacock, and brother, Ronnie Harry, both of Michigan; grandchildren, Randy McRoy, and Jennifer Carpenter; great-grandchildren, Austin McRoy, Dylan McRoy, and Armonie J. Gardner; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 2 p.m. Burial: Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, Dec. 4, from 6-9 p.m.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Bertha McClure, 96, Rock Spring

Bertha “ Boots “ McClure of Rock Spring died Saturday, December 1, 2012, at her residence. She was 96.

She was born December 22, 1915, and was the oldest living member of the Peavine Baptist Church for the past 83 years where she taught Sunday School in the Pre-School for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dan McClure; parents, Felton and Georgia Williams Cooper; brothers, Eugene, Charlie, Frank, Vance, and Clint Cooper; and sisters, Cora Cooper, Bessie Weaver, and Frances Carlock.

Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Margie and Ronald Pierce, Danette and Johnny Mullinax, of Rock Spring, and Linda and George Perkins, of Dalton; four grand-children, George E. Perkins, Melanie Penson, Mindy and Jesse Mullinax; four great-grandchildren, Brent, Holly, Trey and Megan; four great-great-grandchildren, Reagan, Ryleigh, Lawsen and Bryn; several nieces and nephews; and, sisters-in-law, JoAnn McClure and Bertha McClure.

Funeral services: Monday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Revs. Denny Patrick, Chris Cooper, and Patrick Cooper officiating. Burial: Peavine Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 2, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank North Georgia Home Healthcare and SolAmor Hospice for the wonderful care they shared with our mother.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Peavine Baptist Church cemetery fund, 1089 Peavine Road, Rock Spring, Ga., 30739.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Ansel Lee Hampton, 56, LaFayette

Ansel Lee Hampton of LaFayette died Friday, November 30, 2012. He was 56.

He retired following 23 years of service at Tuftco Corporation in Chattanooga, Tenn.

He was preceded in death by his wife Teresa Hampton, and father, Grady Hampton.

Survivors include his mother, Ruth Hampton, of LaFayette; sons, Dustin Hampton, of Rossville, and Andy Hampton, of LaFayette; sister, Sharon Butler, of Chickamauga; grand-child, Nikki Hampton; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Monday, Dec. 3, at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service conducted by Revs. Clyde Hampton, and George Palmer. Burial: Naomi Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 2, from 2-9 p.m.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, of LaFayette.

Tina Marie Douglas, 56, Rossville

Tina Marie Douglas of Rossville died Monday, December 3, 2012. She was 56.

She was a 1974 graduate of Lakeview High School and later worked for Salem Carpets and Shaw Industries for a combined 30-plus years.

She was preceded in death by her father, Roy E. Douglas; and siblings, Richard Douglas and Debbie Schlote.

Survivors include her mother, Doris Douglas of Rossville; siblings, Gwendolynn (Melvin) Hester of East Ridge, Roy Allan Douglas, Theresa Driver, Michael Schlote, all of Rossville; and, nephews and niece, Joshua (Stephanie) Douglas Hough, Jeremiah Douglas, Nicholas Douglas, Victoria Douglas, and Patrick Schlote.

Funeral service: Friday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Calvary Gardens Mausoleum. Visitation: Thursday, Dec. 6, from 3-9 p.m. and prior to the service Fri-day at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.