Obituaries E - H

Mrs. Allen Earwood
 Paulding New Era May 28, 1886   The citizens of Big Shanty were called to witness the sad death of Mrs. Allen Earwood on Sunday eve last. Her remains were placed to rest in the cemetery at this place. She leaves a husband and several children, also many relatives at this place, to mourn her loss. (Roxana)

Catharine Echols
 Paulding New Era July 3, 1885   In Memoriam. Entered into rest on the 7th of June, 1885 my beloved mother, Catharine Echols, aged 80 years, 5 months and 3 days. Since the death of her husband, my father, who died a little over two years ago, she has been gradually failing in health and strength, but quite so during this spring; but she was able to walk about the house until about four days before her death, and we hoped that she would regain her usual strength, but the Lord saw fit to order it otherwise. She was taken violently ill on the evening of the 3rd day of June, and the next morning seemed to be better; but she gradually grew weaker, until half after one o'clock Saturday night, when she passed form the stage of action, in a sweet sleep of death. She has gone to realize the strange realities of a world unknown to us. I remember when I was young, whenever ma would at any time be in feeble health, I would look into her face and hope that I would die before she would; but it pleased God to arrange it differently, and I am left here a poor orphan boy to think of the past and mourn over the death of my old father and mother, although I am over forty years old myself. She and father both belonged to the old school, or Primitive Baptist Church. At her burial Elder Isaac Moon was present and officiated. He made one of the ablest prayers that I ever heard, and have a comforting talk to us children, and to the friends of ma. She was baptized in the year 1848, by Elder Josiah Gresham, and remained a consistent member of that faith until her death. As a wife, she was faithful and kind, as a mother, she was all ____. Her death has left a loneliness in my house, but I would not wish her back in this ________. She leaves five children to mourn her death. T.R. Echols.

Mr. John R. Ellis
 Paulding New Era 27 June 1884
  Mr. John R. Ellis, a young man raised in this settlement, and whose father still lives here, died at Fish, Polk county, on the 20th and was buried here on the 21st. (19th dist)

Mrs. Martie Fednander Ellis
Died April 21, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, April 28, 2005  Mrs. Martie Fednander Ellis
Mrs. Martie Fednander Ellis, age 63, of Pinellas Park, Florida, formerly of Hiram, passed away April 21, 2005.
Mrs. Ellis was born in Cedartown, Georgia, daughter of the late Elbert Fednander and the late Eula Mae Meeks Fednander. She was a Nursing Assistant and member of the Baptist Faith.
Survivors include Jimmy Milanese of Pinella Park, FL, Rhonda and Randy Clore of Kennesaw, Debbie Ellis of Arizona, Lamar and Veronica Ellis of Florida, Brandy and Daniel Graves of Marietta, Jason and Roxanne Dempsey of Arizona, Mark Milanese of Florida, Nina Milanese of Florida, Jimmy Milanese of Florida, Karla and Pete Nestoff of Florida, Ester Rakestraw of Hiram, Martha Rakestraw of Hiram and many other beloved family members and friends.
Funeral Services were conducted on Monday, April 25, 2005 at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Eberhart officiating. Special music was provided by Jeff Eberhart and Becky Bearden.
Interment followed in Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Eddie Ellis, Buddy Ellis, Frankie Meeks, Jimmy Milanese, Mark Milanese, Kurt Corley. Honorary pallbearers were Randy Clore and Daniel Graves.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home.

E.A. Ellison
 The Atlanta Constitution Newspaper Atlanta, Georgia 26 Nov 1912     E.A. Ellison
L.R. Jarmon, Who Did Shooting, Freed ‘by Justice of Peace—Reward Is Offered for Capture. Acworth, Ga., November 25. In an altercation of several months’ standing, L.R. Jarmon, aged 40, shot and instantly killed E.A. Ellison, aged 30, this morning at 9 o’clock, at Cross Roads, in Paulding county, near Acworth. It is stated that Ellison had insulted one of Jarmon’s daughters some time ago, and the matter had been carried to court, and this was the primary cause of the trouble. The only eyewitness to the tragedy was Dolf Blackman, who states that he was talking to Ellison in the road when Jarmon approached with his hand in his inside coat pocket. After approaching within three feet of Ellison he opened fire, shooting Ellison five times, several times in the head. He gave up to Justice of the Peace Jim Foster, who deputized a neighbor, R.A. Abney, to whom he turned over the prisoner. It is stated that Abney allowed the prisoner to return home and to talk freely with friends, and that while allowed his freedom he made his escape. He has not been recaptured. Jarmon is a man with a family. Ellison leaves a wife and two small children. Friends of Ellison are offering a reward for the capture of Jarmon.

Mrs. Ellsberry
 Paulding New Era 8 Nov 1883  Mrs. Ellsberry, wife of our county Treasurer, Mr. Z.B. Ellsberry, died on last Monday evening about 5:30 o’clock. Mrs. Ellsberry had not been enjoying good health for several years, and her death was not unexpected by her friends. She was taken severely ill about two weeks ago an in____ until Monday evening. We extend our sympathies to the bereaved family.

Judy Tibbetts Evans
Died May 30, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. June 9, 2005  Judy Tibbetts Evans Passes May 30, 2005
Tifton, Georgia - Judy Tibbetts Evans, age 58 of Tifton, Georgia, formerly of Waynesville, North Carolina and Douglas, Georgia passed away Monday, May 30, 2005 at her residence after a courageously fought seven-year battle with breast cancer.
A Memorial Requiem Eucharist was held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1, 2005 at St. Anne's Episcopal Church with The Reverends H. Jacoba Hurst and Nancy Mills officiating. A private committal ceremony was held to celebrate Ms. Evan's life in her beloved North Carolina Mountains.
She was born February 18, 1947 in Atlanta, Georgia to Harrison Eugene Tibbetts of Tifton and the late Jewell Hunt Tibbetts. She had lived in Tifton for four years and formerly lived in Waynesville, N. C. and Douglas, Georgia. She graduated from Mercer University, Macon in 1969 with a bachelor of science in sociology. While at Mercer, she was a member of Phi Mu Sorority.
She was executive director of the Coffee Alliance for the Arts from 1995-2000, where she planned, implemented and raised funds for art exhibitions and musical and theatrical performances. She held a special interest in providing arts opportunities for children. She knew and understood 18th Century architecture, decorating and gardens. She shared her considerable knowledge of interior design, cooking and catering with friends, family and community.
Love of flowers were evident in her yard, floral arrangements, and library. She was highly experienced in the design and maintenance of formal herb and flower gardens. Her most recent projects included assisting with the creation of The French Market in Ashburn and the renovation of a 1930's cottage in the Tifton Historic District. She tirelessly volunteered throughout the Douglas community, including in the schools, civic groups, business community and churches. Judy always made everyone that she met feel unique and special.
Survivors in additions to her father, include two daughters and sons-in-law, Jennifer Evans Versch and Werner Versch, II, Midlothian, VA and Mary Amelia Evans Carver and Corey Carver, Douglas; two brothers and sisters-in-law, G. W. and Christine Tibbetts, Tifton and Bob and Clair Tibbetts, Zionsville, IN; one sister and brother-in-law, Jan and Bill Daniel, Jacksonville, FL; one grandson, David W. Versch, Midlothian, VA; six aunts and numerous nieces, nephews and special and wonderful friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Coffee Alliance for the Arts, P.O. BOX 2823, Douglas, GA 31534; St Anne's Episcopal Church Needlepoint Fund, P. O. BOX 889, Tifton, GA 31793 or American Cancer Society - Breast Cancer Research, P.O. BOX 7514 Tifton, GA 31793.
Albritton-Beaumont Funeral Directors-Tift area Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Maxwell Faison July 23, 1929 - July 22, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era Thursday, July 29, 2004  Mr. Maxwell Faison, age 74 of Rockmart, Georgia, passed away July 22,2004 at Floyd Medical Center. He was born July 23, 1929 in Andalusia, Alabama, he was the son of Eugene Leonidus Faison and Grace Ellen Wilkerson Faison. He was a Knight of Columbus / 3rd Degree, a veteran of the united States Army Air Corp and a Catholic by faith. He had been employed at Aero Space Quality Assurance.
He is survived by his wife, Martha Kelleher Faison of 55 years of Rockmart, Georgia; 4 daughters, Tanna Angenent of Smyrna, Georgia, Debra Hopkins of Lacy, Washington, Rachelle Faison and Teresa Faison, both of Rockmart; 1 son, Reggie Faison of Bonham, Texas; 14 grandchildren; 1 brother, 14 grandchildren; 1 brother, Jerry Faison of Mobile, Alabama.
A Funeral mass was held at noon Monday, July 26, 2004 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Dallas, Georgia with Father Adrian Pleus officiating. The body was cremated.
Interment followed on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at 1 p.m. at Paulding Memorial Gardens with the Knights of Columbus, Reggie Faison, Rowland Yap, Filo Uribe, Lynn Hopkins, Felipe Uribe and Ryan Schwarz serving as pallbearers.
Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Farmer, Lafayette's little daughter
 Paulding New Era August 1, 1884   Died - Farmer, Lafayette's little daughter killed by lightening last Saturday.

Grace Ferguson
May 8, 1926 – June 11, 2004 Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, June 24, 2004 Mrs. Grace K. Ferguson, age 78, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away on Friday, June 11, 2004. She was born on May 8, 1926 in Atlanta to the late Almo0n and Lillie Mae Knight. She was a retired legal secretary and member of East Point Christian Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Ferguson.
Surviving are her son, Richard P. Hewin of Hapeville, Georgia; a daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Barry Reed of Franklin, Georgia; a sister, Rachel Neese of Newnan, Georgia; a brother and sister-in-law, Albert and Doris Knight of Sharpsburg, Georgia; a grandson, Robert Brian Latham; great-granddaughter, Adelyn Grace Latham; nieces and nephews.
A memorial service was held on Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at 5:30 p.m. from Clark Funeral Home.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James Ferguson
 Paulding New Era September 2, 1887   Died. The funeral of James Ferguson, dec'd, will be preached at the Methodist church here next Sunday. (Yorkville Dots)

Mr. William Ernest Fields
 The Dallas New Era
Thursday, June 9, 2005  Mr. William Ernest Fields Passes June 1
Mr. William Ernest Fields, age 84, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away June 1, 2005 at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.
Mr. Fields was born September 1, 1920 in Paulding County, Georgia, son of the late Robert and Bessie Lee (Camp) Fields. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II and a member of Dallas Second Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife of more than 63 years, Mrs. L. E. Dodd Fields of Dallas; four sons, Mr. William “Bill” Fields of Dallas, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy (Nancy) Fields of Powder Springs, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry “Beetle” (Debbie) Fields of Dallas and Mr. and Mrs. Sammy (Diane) Fields of Hiram; one sister, Mrs. Patsy Atcheson of Dallas; three brothers, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fields, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Fields and Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Fields, all of Dallas; grandchildren; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Bessie Lee Fields; brothers, Mr. Clarence Fields, Mr. Calvin Fields, and Mr. Albert Fields and sisters, Mrs. Mae Morris Slaughter, Mrs. Ruth Townsend, Mrs. Carey Baxter and Mrs. Shirley Jackson.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, June 4, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Benson Funeral Home with Rev. Johnny Turner, Rev. Curtis Turner, and Rev. Paul Hebert officiating. Special music was provided by Johnny Turner, Curtis Turner, Mrs. Pam Turner, and Mrs. Rachel Reid.
Interment followed in Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. C. L. Powers officiating. Pallbearers were Jason Fields, Nicholas Fields, Skyler Fields, Corie Davis, Rob Cason, Jason Warlick, and Storm Fields.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Teresa Hawkins Filzen
Died May 17, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, May 26, 2005  Teresa Hawkins Filzen Passes May 17, 2005
Teresa Hawkins Filzen, age 34 of Dallas, Georgia passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2005. She was a real estate agent for GMAC.
Surviving are her husband Christopher Michael Filzen of Dallas; daughters, Christa Brianna, Kayla Anne; mother and father, Thomas and Anne Hawkins of Marietta; brother, Randall Thomas Hawkins of Austell; 2 nephews, Tyler and Justin.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, May 21, 2005 at Castellaw Funeral Home Jonquil Chapel with Reverend Richard Hemphill officiating.
Burial was in Cheatham Hill Memorial Park.
Castellaw Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Finch
 Paulding New Era May 1, 1884   Died - Finch, Mrs. 80-9- years old, mother of Terrell Finch, died near Braswell Station Wednesday night.

Mr. W.H. Fisher
The Paulding New Era 29 Mar 1883  Mr. W.H. Fisher, a locomotive engineer, setting in the capacity of brakeman for a while in order to learn the road, while endeavoring to descend from the top of the car next to the caboose, the train running at a rapid speed, at a point about three and one half miles above Dallas, missed his footing and fell through between the cars, the brake beam crushing his skull, his right hand being cut off at the wrist by the ponderous wheels, his body otherwise fearfully ___.  The train ran about a mile before it’s speed could be checked, and returning, Mr. Fisher was brought down to Dallas in an unconscious condition, where Drs. Connally and Foster were called to him, but surgical aid could be of no avail.  He died at 3 o’clock and 5 minutes on Friday morning.  His remains were forwarded to his family in Kentucky for interment.   

Thomas C. Flanagan, Jr.
February 16, 1933 - October 31, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday November 11, 2004   

Minister Thomas C. Flanagan, Jr. Passes Oct. 31
Minister Thomas Carlton Flanagan, Jr. , age 71, of Axis, Alabama, passed away October 31, 2004 at his residence.
Mr. Flanagan was born February 16, 1933 in Athens, Georgia, son of the late Thomas Carlton and Gertrude (McGarity) Flanagan, Sr. He graduated from Davidson College in the spring of 1957 with a major in chemistry and worked as a chemist from 1957 to 1964. Thomas was called to be a minister and attended Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, GA from 1964 – 1967. He served as pastor of rural and small town churches in West Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee from 1967 to 1996 when forced to retire on disability because of Parkinson’s Disease.
Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Mrs. Lynn Lane Flanagan of Axis, Alabama; son, Timothy Flanagan of Atlanta; daughter, Fay Flanagan Wright (and her husband Thomas Wright) of Axis, Alabama; two grandchildren Kaitlin and Lane Wright of Axis, Alabama and Lane Wright of Axis, Alabama; sister, Elsie Ann Felix of Blairsville, GA; brother Patrick Flanagan of Blairsville, GA; many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and many friends and loved ones around the world.
Funeral Services were conducted on Friday, November 5, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. in Benson Chapel with Rev. Burt Eyster officiating. Special music was rendered by Andrew “Drew” Lane accompanied by Charles Cole at the piano.
Interment followed in the Lane Family Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jesse Arildsen, David Lane, Mike Hartley, Bill Thompson, Drew Lane, Noel Lane, and Ed Butler.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Dona Maedelle Fleming
Died March 26, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, April 7, 2005  Dona Maedelle Fleming Passes March 26, 2005
Dona Maedelle Fleming, age 73 of Douglasville, Georgia died Saturday, March 26, 2005 at WellStar Douglas Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Loyd and Fannie Lola Stephens Vaughn.
She was also preceded in death by three sons, Raymond G. “Bubba” Fleming, Stephen “Steve” Fleming and Rochford “Roche” Fleming. She was a homemaker and of the Full Gospel Faith.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, John and Mary Frances Fleming of Douglasville; daughter and son-in-law, Connie Denise and Pete Smith of Virginia; brother, Oliver R. Vaughn of Douglasville; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held on Monday, March 28, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Couch-Garner & Cole Funeral Home with Reverend Helen Shirley officiating.
Interment followed in Sunrise Memorial Gardens.
Couch-Garner & Cole Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 

Steven Monroe Fleming
Died March 20, 2005 The Dallas New Era Dallas, GA Thursday, March 31, 2005    Steven Monroe Fleming Passes March 20, 2005
Mr. Steven Monroe Fleming, age 50 of Dallas, Georgia passed away Sunday, March 20, 2005 at Emory University Hospital. A native of Douglas County, he was born August 29, 1954 to Doni Vaughn Fleming and the late Raymond Fleming.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond George Fleming and Rocheford Reid Fleming. He was a diesel mechanic.
Surviving are his wife, Joecelyn Webb of Dallas; mother, Doni Fleming of Douglasville; sons, Matthew Fleming of Douglasville, Charles Fleming and Jeremy Fleming both of Powder Springs; step-son, T. J. Webb of Dallas; step-daughter, Treena Clause of Rockmart; brother, John Lloyd Fleming of Douglasville; sister, Connie Denise Smith of Virginia; 7 grandchildren; numerous nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral Services were held Thursday, March 24, 2005 at 2 p.m. from Hightower's Memorial Chapel with Brother Larry Mahle officiating.
Interment followed in Melrose Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.
Hightower s Memorial Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Huie Nova Shaw Fletcher
Died April 4, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, April 14, 2005  Huie Nova Shaw Fletcher Passes April 4, 2005
Mrs. Huie Nova Shaw Fletcher, age 87, of Dallas, passed away on Monday, April 4, 2005. She was born on August 17, 1917 in Lithia Springs, to the late George and Emma Shaw. She was a retired inspector with Hormel Meats.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Marcus Fletcher and her daughters, Charlsie Eison and Shirley Kirkland.
Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Ray and Linda Fletcher of Hiram; a daughter, Janet Reeves of Hiram; a sister, Mary Ann Hudgins of Dallas; 8 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held Thursday, April 7, 2005 at 3 p.m. from the Clark Funeral Home with Reverends Wayne Landmon and Tim Landmon officiating.
Interment followed in Mozley Memorial Gardens with Chris Wiley, Chuck Hunt, Andy Hunt, Randy Arrowood, Henry Swafford and Michael Cleary serving as pallbearers.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Uncle Billy Florence
 Paulding New Era 25 July 1884
  North Side of Sweetwater, Weddington’s District.
Old Uncle Billy Florence died on Friday, the 18th, and was buried at Pleasant Hill church on Saturday.
Large congregation out to see the body laid away.
He leaved a wife and children and a large connection to mourn the loss. He had been a faithful member of the church for many years. The church has lost a good member, the wife, a good husband, the children, a good father, the neighbors, a good, kind neighbor.
Uncle Billy’s place will be hard to fill, but he leaves two sons, Mason J. Florence and J.B. Florence, who I think will fill the place in a great measure.

Charley Foote
 Paulding New Era 13 Mar 1885  Little Charley, the ten-months old infant of Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Foote, died last Sunday morning and was buried at the Dallas cemetery Monday Evening.

Little Annie Ford
 Paulding New Era December 3, 1886   Died. Little Annie, the ten year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ford, died Saturday morning last from gastric fever and pneumonia. (Cartersville Courant)

Mrs. Floy T. Forsyth
Died June 9, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. June 16, 2005  Mrs. Floy T. Forsyth Passes June 9
Mrs. Floy T. Forsyth, age 72, of Braswell Mtn. Road, Rockmart, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2005.
Mrs. Forsyth was born August 29, 1932, in Paulding County, Georgia, daughter of the late Homer & Ella Ratteree Hayes. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, a homemaker, and an Avon Representative for many years.
She is survived by her husband, who she married August 13, 1949, Ernest Forsyth of Rockmart; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Danny and Brenda Forsyth of Cedartown and Mark and Tina Forsyth, both of Rockmart; daughter and son-in-law, Lillie and Joe Morris of Cedartown; brother, Tommy Hayes of Rockmart; six grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, June 11, 2005 at 3:00 PM in Friendship Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby Walraven and Rev. Henry Walraven officiating. A poem was read by grandson, Mr. Danny Forsyth.
Interment followed in the family lot of Friendship Cemetery.
Freeman Harris Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Fredrick "Freddy" Forsyth
Died June 5, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. June 16, 2005  Mr. Fredrick "Freddy" Forsyth Passes
Mr. Fredrick "Freddy" Forsyth, age 50, of Rockmart, Georgia, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2005 at his residence.
Mr. Forsyth was born June 26, 1954 in Paulding County, Georgia. He was a member of Springdale Baptist Church and retired from Georgia Power.
Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Mrs. Gail Ferguson Forsyth of Rockmart; daughter, Mrs. Kelly Thomas of Aragon; granddaughters, Miss Morgan Thomas, Miss Kendall Thomas and Miss Kamryn Thomas, all of Aragon; mother, Mrs. Louise Forsyth of Rockmart; brothers, Randy Burley of Hiram, Kevin Womack of Yorkville, Tony Womack of Rockmart and Mark Womack of Conyers; sister, Mrs. Debra Bell of Muscadine, Alabama; many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his natural birth mother, Mrs. Imogene Fennell, who passed away in 2003; father, Mr. Bill Forsyth, who passed away in 2001 and brother, Michael Pate, who passed away in 2000.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Rev. Bobby McDowell and Rev. Andy Fennell officiating. Special music was rendered by Pam Dunn and the Springdale Baptist Church Choir.
Interment followed in Springdale Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Kim Weaver, Billy Chandler, Wayne Fennell, Larry Fennell, and Mark Womack.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home. 

Rev. Marshall H. Forsyth
February 25, 1929 - May 31, 2004
Published in the Dallas New Era, (Dallas, Georgia) Thursday, June 10, 2004  Rev. Marshall H. Forsyth, age 75 of Tara Lane, Dallas, Georgia passed away May 31, 2004 at WellStar Paulding Hospital.
Rev. Forsyth was born February 25, 1929 in Paulding County, Georgia, son of the late Arthur and Linoma (Smith) Forsyth. He was a member of Zion Baptist Church in Dallas and was a teacher for the Paulding County school system. Rev. Forsyth also worked at Lockheed Aircraft as a dispatcher for 15 years.
Survivors include his wife of more than 50 years, Mrs. Clarice Fennell Forsyth, having been married on October 2, 1953; three daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Danny (Kathy) Harris of Hiram, Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie (Melanie) Bennett of Hiram and Ms. Cindy Forsyth of Talmo, Georgia; son, Mr. and Mrs. Kenny (Kathie) Forsyth of Dallas; sister, Ms. Margaret Forsyth of Dallas; two granddaughters, Natalie and Tim Wilson and Brooke and Alan Rakestraw, both of Dallas; three grandsons, Blake Forsyth of Dallas and Kyle Harris and Jamie Bennett both of Hiram; great-grandsons, Master Kade Wilson and Master Reid Wilson, both of Dallas.
In addition to his parents, Arthur and Linoma Forsyth, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Mr. Lonnie Forsyth, Mr. Doyal Forsyth, Mr. Elgin Forsyth and Mr. Chasteen Forsyth; sisters, Mrs. Adale Holland, Mrs. Mozella Thomas and Mrs. Willie T. Baxter and father-in-law Mr. Claude S. Fennell.
Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, June 2, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. from Benson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wiley B. Butler and Rev. Thomas Cole officiating. Special music was rendered by Mrs. Donna Clay, Mrs. Brenda Voyles and Mr. Tim Bell.
Interment followed in Dallas Memory Gardens. Pallbearers were Danny Harris, Ronnie Bennett, Tim Wilson, Kyle Harris, Blake Forsyth and Alan Rakestraw.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

O. V. Forsyth
August 17, 1921 - August 18, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday August 28, 2004   
Miss O. V. Forsyth Passes Aug. 18, 2004
Miss O. V. Forsyth, age 83, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away August 18, 2004 at WellStar Tranquility Hospice in Austell, Georgia. She was born August 17, 1921 in Paulding County, Georgia, the daughter of the late Elijah and the late Georgia Forsyth. Her occupation was Mill Work and she was of the Baptist Faith.
Survivors are her niece, Margaret Elsberry of Hiram. The body was cremated. No service is planned at this time.
Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Eddie Foskey
August 14, 1942 - August 15, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday August 28, 2004   
Eddie Foskey Passes Away Aug. 15, 2004
Mr. Eddie Foskey, age 62, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away August 15, 2004 at WellStar Cobb Hospital. He was born August 14, 1942 in Swainsboro, Georgia, son of the late Mack Foskey and the late Lennie Bell Davis Foskey. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force. He has been a carrier for The Atlanta Journal & Constitution.
Survivors include his wife, Rose Lee Foskey of Marietta; daughter, Savanah Howren of Dallas; sons, James Hill of Lawrenceville and Keith and Lynn Hill of Conover, North Carolina; 2 granddaughters, Rachel Herring and Sarah Herring; step-son, Jeff Sherrill of Macon; sister, Maxine Abney of Macon; brother, Buddy and Nina Foskey of Macon.
A Memorial Service was held at 2:0 p.m., Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at Bethany Christian Church with Ministers Rick Dunn and Gary Turner officiating. The Eulogy was given by his son, Mr. Keith Hill. Music was presented by his daughter, Savanah Howren. The body was cremated.
Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Grandmamma Foster
 Paulding New Era May 31, 1889   Died. At the silent twilight hour of 7 p.m. May 16, 1889, the spirit of grandmamma Foster winged its flight from earth having us in darkness - while her spirit lifted away in the dawn of a new day to the dwelling of light now made with hands, eternal, in the Heaven." She was 82 years of age, and may it be said of her, "she _____, what she could" in the previous life, so filled with good works which will live in the hearts of those who loved her forever. To say that we miss her is but a feeble expression of the overwhelming sadness of those of us who from day to day saw her so gently and quiet in her accustomed seat, she was a loving and kind mother and grandmother, and a friend to all, ever ready to befriend and assist in her last days when she suffered so much "with smiles concealed her pain." The many loved ones who have "Gone before" were, I think waking at the "Beautiful Gate" to welcome her to the "City of Light" and now her voice mingles with theirs, singing "Heavens to the King."…

Miss Lela Foster
 Paulding New Era 13 Feb 1885  Dallas cemetery
Miss Lela, the fourteen year old daughter of Dr. T.J. Foster, died, after an illness of about six months, last Sunday morning at 6 o’clock. She was an exceedingly interesting young girl, of a gentle and winning disposition. Before her sickness she was the impersonation of ___ health, which gave promise of a long and useful life, but the “cell disease” laid hold of her young life and never relinquished its grasp until it had claimed it as its own. During her long illness she bore her suffering with a fortitude above what could be expected of one of her age; and when she was brought to realize that she had not much longer to remain on earth, she fixed all her thoughts on heaven and calmly awaited the final summons to join her beloved mother, who had so shortly preceded her, in that land where there will be no more sickness nor sorrowing pain nor death. She was buried at the Dallas cemetery Monday evening, surrounded by a large number of her playmates and friends of the family; and as the words of the pastor, W.R. Dale, recalled the sadness of the death of one so young and the bereavement of the family who have in so short a time lost a mother and a sister, a wife and a daughter, the tear of sympathy welled to the eye of nearly everyone present.

Louise Head Foster
Died May 15, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, May 19, 2005  Louise Head Foster Passes May 15, 2005
Mrs. Louise Head Foster, age 78 of Mableton, Georgia passed away on Sunday, May 13, 2005. She was a homemaker and a member of Victory Baptist Church.
Surviving are her daughters, Marie Cole of Mableton and Jan Buckner of Hiram; sons, Gene Head of Hiram and Jimmy Head of Carrollton; brothers, James Millard Tucker of Winston, J. T. Tucker of Douglasville, Earnest Tucker and William P. Tucker, both of Lithia Springs; sisters, Betty Higgins of Douglasville, Ruth Roberts of Temple and Ellen Morgan of Monticello; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Victory Baptist Church in Marietta with Reverends Larry Rich and Kent Cole officiating.
Interment followed Mozley Memorial Park Cemetery.
Davis-Struempf Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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T.J. Foster's mother
 Paulding New Era May 24, 1889   Died. _____T.J. Foster's mother, died in Campbell county last week. She was a pleasant old lady, and was highly respected by our people, she was over eighty year of age.  

Mr. Columbus W. (CW) Fowler
May 22, 1934 - October 28, 2004  Published in the Dallas New Era Thursday, November 4, 2004
  Mr. Columbus W. (CW) Fowler, age 70 of Dallas, Georgia and formerly of Calhoun, Georgia, died Thursday, October 28,2 004 in Tranquility Hospice.
\Mr. Fowler was born in Gordon County May 22, 1934, son of the late Posey James and Jewell Pinion Fowler. He was retired from General Motors after 30 years of service and was a member of the U.A.W. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Edwards; three brothers, Colquett, Herbert and Winfred Fowler and one sister, Sue Ada Fowler Bohannon.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ruth Muncy Fowler of Dallas; two sons, James Fowler of Dallas and John Fowler and his wife Rita of Bridgeview, IL; one daughter, Ruby Fowler Vavrek and her husband, Steven of Marietta; five grandsons, John M., Fowler of Bridgeview, IL, Aaron Vavrek of Marietta, James Atkinson of Jolo, West VA, Nicholas Fowler of Bridgeview and Brandon Fowler of Dallas; three granddaughter, Amanda Fowler of Bridgeview, Desirae Edwards of Dallas and Courtney Vavrek of Marietta.
Funeral services were conducted on Sunday October 31, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Thomas Funeral Home and Graham McCormick officiating.
Burial followed in Fain Cemetery. James Maddox, Jackie Sparks, Greg Miller, Bobby Serritt, Jason Serritt, Jimmy Fowler served as pallbearers. Honorary escorts were Fred Goble and John (Bill) Tate.
Thomas Funeral Home in Calhoun was in charge of arrangements.

Dollie Fowler
Died April 15, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, May 5, 2005  Dollie Fowler Passes Away April 15, 2005
Mrs. Dollie Fowler, age 78, of Dallas, Georgia died April 15, 2005 at WellStar Kennestone Hospital. She was born on December 26, 1926 in Wilcox County, Georgia, the daughter of the late Eli E. and the late Essie Cora Hall Garner. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. She had been a farmer and a homemaker.
Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Fowler, Sr., who passed away in August, 1994.
She is survived by her daughter, Lou Dale Jernigan of Fairburn, Georgia; sons, Joe Fowler, Jr. of Hiram, Jerry Fowler and Eddy Fowler, both of Dallas; brother, Danny Garner of Fitzgerald; sisters, Lillian Fowler, Winell Rae and Betty Lou Griffin, all of Fitzgerald; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held Monday, April 18, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Reverend Harold Weatherford officiating. Music was rendered by Scott and Sharon Dodd and Keith Weatherford.
Interment followed at Paulding Memorial Gardens with the Deacons of Ebenezer Baptist Church serving as pallbearers.
Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Frazier boy
The Paulding New Era 29 Mar 1883  Mr. Henry Frazier’s son, 16 years old, was buried at New Canaan the 14th inst.

Addie May Freeman
 Paulding New Era 23 Aug 1883  Little Addie May, daughter of Mr. Joe Freeman, died last Tuesday, the 14th inst, diphtheria.

Mr. Donald Freeman, Sr.
Died June 9, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. June 16, 2005  Services Held for Mr. Donald Freeman, Sr.
Mr. Donald Freeman, Sr., age 68, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away June 9, 2005 at his residence.
Mr. Freeman was born October 20, 1936 in Bishopville, South Carolina, son of Edna Ragan Freeman and the late Pat Freeman. He was employed as an auto mechanic and a member of the Baptist Faith.
Surviving are his sons, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Freeman, Jr. of Dallas, Shane Freeman of Hiram and Steven Freeman of Griffin; daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Janice Downs of Douglasville, Mr. and Mrs. Cathy Higgembothem of Winston and Kimberly Freeman of Patterson, NJ; mother, Edna Freeman of Hiram; brothers, Richard and Betty Freeman, Ronald Freeman and Lawrence Freeman, and Clyde and Rebecca Freeman, all of Hiram and David and Pam Freeman of Dallas; sisters, Joyce and Dave Byers, Diane and Melvin Pirkle, and Linda and Gary Wood, all of Hiram; 19 grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Mr. Pat Freeman; brothers, Gerald Freeman, Julian Freeman, and Harold Freeman and sister, Ellen Smith.
Funeral Services were held on Saturday, June 11, 2005 at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Rev. Johnny Wellham and Rev. Craig Dallas officiating. Special music was rendered by Lisa Honea, Jessica Cox and Jeanette Barnett.
Interment followed in Melrose Hills Memorial Park in Villa Rica. Pallbearers were Donnie Diehl, Robby Kelley, Santos Roque, Gary Freeman, Wes Honea, Tommy Estes, Rickey Fuller, and Mark Fuller.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home.

Paulding New Era 30 Aug 1883
 Paulding New Era 30 Aug 1883  Freeman, Joe, infant child died last Sunday.

Mrs. Maturis Freeman
 The Paulding New Era Dallas, Georgia 23 Jan 1885  The Paulding New Era
Dallas, Georgia

 
Mrs. Maturis Freeman, wife of Mr. James L. Freeman and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John J. McMickens, died on the 2nd inst., age twenty-four years and two days. She leaves a husband, two children and many friends to mourn her death. In her decease, the husband has lost a companion never to be replaced. She was an affectionate wife, an obedient daughter and a mild and loving mother. Her walk in life was one of purity, and I feel now her spirit is in the realms of endless bliss. May we all be able to emulate her precepts and meet her in that home where there shall be no more death, sorrow or pain. A Friend.

 

Brenda Darlene Fuller July 8, 1966 – June 29, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era Thursday, July 8, 2004  Mrs. Brenda Darlene Fuller, age 37 of Dallas, passed away June 29, 2004 at her residence.
Mrs. Fuller was born July 8, 1966 in Fulton County, Georgia. She was employed as a cashier at Grand’s and was a member of the Church of Christ faith.
Survivors include her daughter, Tosha Clark of Douglasville; mother, Evelyn Murdock of Peachtree City, GA; sisters, Florence Johnson of Rome, Micki Watson of Tennessee and Barbara Jean Gibson of Atlanta; brother, David Yankey of Sharpsburg, Ga; a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were conducted on Friday, July, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. with Preacher Ricky Eugene Patterson and Preacher Alton Abercrombie officiating. Special music was rendered by Cathy Privett, Marsha Privett, Wayne Privett, Leslie Bigler and Millan Patterson.
Interment followed in New Hope Cemetery. Pallbearers were David Pate, Millan Patterson, Charles Watkins, Robbie Abercrombie, Eddie Clark and Joe Bigler.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home.

James Frank Fuller August 3, 1964 – June 29, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era Thursday, July 8, 2004  Mr. James Frank Fuller, age 39, of Dallas, Georgia passed away on June 29, 2004 at his residence.
Mr. Fuller was born August 3, 1964 in Paulding County, Georgia, son of Frank and Dorothy (Martin) Fuller. He was a member of the Baptist faith and was employed as a sheet metal worker.
Survivors include his daughter, Miss. Angie Marie Fuller of Dallas; son, Mr. James Frank Fuller, Jr. of Dallas; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank (Dorothy) Fuller of Dallas; sister, Mrs. Deborah Kaye Childers of Dallas; two nephews; three nieces and grandmother, Mrs. Artie Mae Fuller of Dallas.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 2, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. in Benson Chapel with Rev. Wiley Butler and Rev. Eddie Wyatt officiating. Special music was rendered by Mrs. Eva Fuller and Mrs. Dieree Warren.
Interment followed in Peaceful Meadows Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Morgan, Charles Baker, Tim Noble, Kenneth Fields, Alan Childers, and Jeff Bowling.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Hon. Fariah Furman
 Paulding New Era 20 Sept 1883  Hon. Fariah Furman died at his home on Friday the 14th. Inst, about 8:30 o’clock of malarial fever.

Mr. Bob Furr
 Paulding New Era March 11, 1887   Died. Mr. Bob Furr, of Villa Rica, brother to Mr. H. Furr of this county, died last Thursday. (Douglasville Star)

Mr. Charles W. Furr
 Paulding New Era 31 Jan 1884
  Mr. Charles W. Furr, a highly respected young farmer of this county, died of pneumonia a few miles form Dallas last Monday evening.
Mr. Furr leaves a wife and several children and numerous relatives and friends to mourn his untimely death.
The New Era extends its sympathies to the bereaved family in this their hour of bereavement.
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15 May 1884
The funeral of Mr. Charles Furr, late deceased, will be preached the first Sunday in June at Friendship church, this county, where his remains now lie. We mourn the loss of a good man. While it is our loss, we hope it is his gain. Charley left good evidence that when he was taken away, his spirit would take its flight to God who gave it. –B.Flay (Dots from Oval)

Mrs. Rachel Izomer Mayfield Gamblin
Died May 26, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, June 2, 2005  Mrs. Rachel Izomer Mayfield Gamblin Passes
Mrs. Rachel Izomer Mayfield Gamblin, age 87, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away May 26, 2005 at WellStar Cobb Hospital.
Mrs. Gamblin was born March 24, 1918 in Paulding County, Georgia, daughter of the late Wilburn J. Cantrell and Eulla Myrtle Griffith Cantrell. She was a Homemaker and member of the Dallas Church of God.
Survivors include her sister, Lois Hagan of Dallas; brother, Clay Cantrell of Coolidge, GA; sister-in-law, Genell Cantrell of Dallas; step-children, Marie Tuck of Alabama, Elsie Banlaw of Thomaston, GA, and Lloyd Gamblin of Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces, great-great-great-nephews, and many other beloved family members and friends.
In addition to her parents, Wilburn J. and Eulla Cantrell, she was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Mr. Lemon Mayfield; husband of many years, Mr. J. B. “Tommy” Gamblin.
Funeral Services were conducted on Saturday, May 28, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Rev. Darrin Cochran officiating. Special music was rendered by Jeff Eberhart, Becky Bearden and Brenda Robinson. A Eulogy was given by Brenda Robinson.
Interment followed in Dallas Memory Gardens. Pallbearers were George Mayfield, Willie Mayfield, Donald Mayfield, Dwayne Cantrell, Hugh Mayfield, and David Evans.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home.

Herbert Cecil Gamel, Jr.
Died April 28, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, May 5, 2005  Mr. Herbert Cecil Gamel, Jr. Passes
Mr. Hubert Cecil Gamel, Jr., age 50, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away April 28, 2005 at his residence.
Mr. Gamel was born September 20, 1954 in Paulding County, Georgia, son of Eloyce Marks Gamel and the late Herbert C. Gamel, Sr. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Dallas and retired from the State of Georgia Highway Department.
Survivors include his wife of 6 years, Mrs. Dianne Thomas Gamel, having been married on February 2, 1999; sons, Mark Paul Gamel of Dallas and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas James (Jill) Gamel of Hiram; daughter, Holly Lynn Gamel of Dallas; step-son, Kendall and Lynn Lawrence of Dallas; step-daughter, Letisha Lynn Cagle of Mableton; mother, Mrs. Eloyce M. Gamel of Dallas; mother-in-law, Mrs. Ruth Thomas of Tallulah, Louis-iana; ten grandchildren; one great-grandson; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Mr. Herbert Cecil Gamel, Sr.
Funeral Services were held on Sunday, May 1, 2005 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Johnny Hightower officiating. Special music was rendered by Mr. Tony Harris.
Interment followed in Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Sizemore, Hugh Thomas, Danny Pugh, Donnie Pugh, Jimmy Watts, and Jerome Johns.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 

Mr. W.B. Gammell
 Paulding New Era June 26, 1885   We are pained to announce the death of Mr. W.B. Gammell, who died at his home on last Friday. The bereaved family have our tenderest sympathies. (Roxana)

Mrs. Leona Gann
 Paulding New Era January 21, 1887   Died. Mrs. Leona Gann, wife of Berry Gann, Jr., of this county, died last Sunday morning.

Randall “Randy” W. Garner
Died April 25, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, May 5, 2005  Mr. Randall “ Randy” W. Garner Passes
Mr. Randall “Randy” Wayne Garner, age 50, of Winston, Georgia, passed away Monday, April 25, 2005. He was born January 27, 1955, son of Mr. Gerrill Garner and Mrs. Mary Jo Yearty Garner. He married Treva Hicks on September 25, 1976 at White Oak Springs Baptist Church in Dallas. He retired as a Construction Coordinator from Atlanta Gas Light Company following 24 years of service. He was a member of White Oak Springs Baptist Church in Dallas. Randy was a people person and displayed the core values of honesty and integrity and was a hard worker. His life was filled with laughter. He had a special place in his heart for his family and his only grandchild, Violet and loved to go to McDonald’s with her. His favorite time of the year was Christmastime. He served on the Board of Directors for the Douglas County Farm Bureau an participated in the Douglas County Farm Days Annual Event. He enjoyed life on the farm and working with cattle and chickens. He was an avid collector of antique tractors. On April 8, 1986 Randy’s father donated a kidney to him.
He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Treva Hicks Garner of Winston; one daughter and son-in-law, Kristina and Joey Nash of Carrollton; parents, Gerrill and Mary Jo Garner of Temple; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Sherrie and Hoard Glidewell of Villa Rica and Sue Coleman of Carrollton; granddaughter, Violet Elizabeth Nash of Carrollton; mother-in-law, Marvene Hicks of Douglasville; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were conducted on Friday, April 29, 2005 at 2:00 pm from White Oak Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Johnny Simpson and Rev. Earl Partain officiating. Musical selections were rendered by Rev. Shae Tallent and Rev. Carl Partain.
Interment followed in White Oak Springs Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Joey Nash, Michael Coleman, Jacob Coleman, Jim Holcombe, Steve Rollins, and Curt Garner.
Jones-Wynn Funeral Home, Douglas Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Glen Richard Gates
May 28, 1943 - August 19, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday August 28, 2004   
Mr. Glen Richard Gates Passes August 19, 2004
Mr. Glen Richard Gates, age 61, of Dallas, passed away Thursday August 19, 2004. He was born on May 28, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Cecil and Iola Gates. HE was retired from Lockheed and was a member of the Hiram Church of Christ. He was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War.
Surviving are his wife of 33 years, Barbara Ann Gates; daughters and son-in-law; FeliciaDice and Jessica and Aaron Hanson, all of Dallas; a son, Mark Wright of Lomita, CA; a sister and brother-in-law, Maryln and Don Johnson of East Point, Florida; 6 grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, August 21, 2004 at 11 a.m. from Clark Funeral Home with Reverend Matt Johnson and Bill Hardin officiating.
Interment followed in Peaceful Meadows Memorial Cemetery.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
(as appearing in the paper)

G. W. Gentry
 Paulding New Era May 17, 1889   The funeral of Gentry, G.W. to be preached by Rev. J.M. Williams on Sunday the 5th in June at Shady Grove Church.

George Infant
The Paulding New Era April 26, 1883   Infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack George died Wednesday morning at 6 o’clock at the residence of Mrs. Alexander Bullock.

An infant child of Mr. A.J. Gibbs
 Paulding New Era February 11, 1887   Died. An infant child of Mr. A.J. Gibbs near the depot died of measles last Monday night.  

Emma Gilham
 Paulding New Era February 18, 1887   Died. Emma Gilham died on the 5th of consumption.

Mr. Ronald C. Gillespie
Died June 28, 2005 The Dallas New Era Dallas, GA Thursday, July 7, 2005    Mr. Ronald C. Gillespie Passes June 28, 2005
Mr. Ronald C. Gillespie, age 53, of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2005. He was born on November 16, 1951 in Lusk, Wyoming to the late Stanley and Cliffadene Gardner. He was a Navy Veteran.
Survivors include his wife, Kathryn Kaye Gillespie; sons, Mark and Chris Gillespie of Phoenix, Arizona; a brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Ivey Gillespie of Scottsdale, Arizona; sisters and brother-in-law, Sharon and Richard Robinson of Gladewater, Texas and Kay and Red Dickerson of Kilgore, Texas.
No services were planned. The body was cremated.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Cloester Gilreath
Died June 28, 2005 The Dallas New Era Dallas, GA Thursday, July 7, 2005    Services Held for Mrs. Cloester Gilreath July 1
Mrs. Cloester Gilreath, age 94, of Rockmart, Georgia, passed away June 28, 2005.
Mrs. Gilreath was born May 22, 1911 in Cobb County, Georgia, daughter of the late Thomas J. and Elizabeth (Tibbitts) Proctor. She was a member of Yorkville Baptist Church. She worked in the Textile Industry and was a Homemaker.
Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Frances Hicks of Rockmart, Mr. and Mrs. Lamar (Faye) Walraven of Cedartown and Mr. and Mrs. Pledger L. (Ruby) Moody of Rockmart; two sisters, Mrs. Jewell Sosebee of Austell and Mr. and Mrs. Bill (Anne) Davis of Marietta; step-sister, Mr. and Mrs. James (Maudie) Elders of Rockmart; 7 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and 19 great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Thomas J. and Elizabeth Proctor, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Willie E. “Enlow” Gilreath, having been married on June 29, 1930; he passed away October 1, 1993.
Funeral Services were held on Friday, July 1, 2005 from Benson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Andy Fennell officiating. Special music was rendered by Greg Walker accompanied by Charles Cole at the piano.
Interment followed in Yorkville Cemetery with Kenneth Hicks, Dennis Hicks, Micky Hicks, Joel Hicks, Edwin Walraven, and Dennis Moody serving as pallbearers.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Thomas Glasscock
 Paulding New Era March 5, 1886   Thomas Glasscock, a citizen of Cherokee county, died suddenly in the Fulton county jail Tuesday night about ten o'clock. Glasscock's death was probably due to apoplexy.

Stanislaw Gnatiuk
September 3, 1925 – June 10, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, June 24, 2004 Mr. Stanislaw Gnatiuk, age 78, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away Thursday, June 10, 2004.
Mr. Gnatiuk was born September 3, 1925 in Poland, son of the late Pawel and Stanislawa Nowak Gnatiuk. He was a machinist and served in the Polish Army. Mr. Gnatiuk was also a member of the Catholic faith.
Survivors include his daughter, Diana Faries of Dallas; son, Edward Gnatiuk of Miami; brother, Edward Gnatiuk of Miami; sister, Phyllis Gnatiuk of England; 3 grandchildren and wife of many years, Helena Gnatiuk.
In addition to his parents, Pawel and Stanislawa Gnatiuk, he was preceded in death by two brothers.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, June 13, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Father James Kuzcynski officiating.
Interment followed in Cheatham Hill Memorial Park Cemetery.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home.

Mr. Robert Grier Gober
Died May 19, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, May 26, 2005  Mr. Robert Grier Gober Passes May 19
Mr. Robert Grier Gober, age 95, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away Thursday, May 19, 205 at WellStar Cobb Hospital.
Mr. Gober was born September 3, 1909 in Paulding County, Georgia, son of the late George Henry Gober and the late Myrtie Mary White Gober. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church and Bartlett Lodge #139 F&AM (Emeritus member) for more than 50 years. Mr. Gober was also a Veteran of the State Guard (1940s) and worked as a Farmer.
Survivors include his daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Paul (Judy) Clark of Dallas; two sons, Mr. and Mrs. Doug (Margaret) Gober of Powder Springs and Mr. Ernest Gober of Dallas; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Mr. Ralph Gober of Hiram and 1sister, Mrs. Grace Shaw of Douglasville.
In addition to his parents, George and Myrtie Gober, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mrs. Cleo Gober; daughter-in-law, Carolyn Gober and sisters, Melba Abernathy and Ruby Lynch.
Funeral Services were held on Saturday, May 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel United Methodist Church with Dr. Gil Watson and Rev. Harry Hawkins officiating. Special music was rendered by Joanne Allen and Harriett Mitchell.
Interment followed in Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery with Steve Gober, John Gober, Dwayne Clark, Mike Clark, Scott Clark, and Tommy Taylor serving as pallbearers.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home.

Willie M. Roberts Godfrey
Died April 2, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, April 7, 2005  Willie M. Roberts Godfrey Passes April 2, 2005
Mrs. Willie Mae Roberts Godfrey, age 89 of Powder Springs, formally of Hixon, Tennessee, died Saturday, April 2, 2005. Born in Hamilton, County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Ransom and Elizabeth Shannon Roberts. During World War II she stayed at home to raise her daughter while her husband was away serving the Navy.
She was a registered nurse, graduated from the Erlanger School of Nursing. Before moving to Powder Springs, she served as a nurse at Erlanger, Chattanooga Memorial and Children’s Hospital. She was an industrial nurse for the TNT plant. She owned and operated the Better Hearing Center of Chattanooga. She was a graduate of Chattanooga Central High Class of 1934. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Powder Springs, Happy Hearts and the Faith Sunday School Class. She was a former member of Red Bank Bapt. Church and the Powder Springs Senior Citizens Center.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph A. Godfrey, her sisters, Cleo Griffith and Gladys Mills and her brother, Wallace Roberts.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Reita and John Rogers of Powder Springs; her sister Rubie Smith of Powder Springs; her grandchildren, Janet Carroll, Leigh Anne Smith, both of Powder Springs and Melinda Reece of Cedartown; her great-grandchildren, Justin and Neal Carroll, Stephanie Lawhorne, Lauren, Shelly, Molly and Miles Reece.
Funeral Services were held on Monday, April 4, 2005 at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Powder Springs with Reverends Mike Woods and Alan Davis officiating.
Interment followed in Powder Springs Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Harold Wilcox Memorial Mission Fund c/o First Baptist Church, Powder Springs, Georgia 30127.
Bellamy Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 

Mrs. Lucy Austin Golden
 Paulding New Era 7 June 1883  Tuesday morning last, about 8 o’clock, Mrs. Lucy Golden, formerly Miss Austin, daughter of David Austin, and wife of Mr. John Golden, of California District, died after three or four weeks great suffering. Mrs. Golden leaves a sorrowing husband, mother, relatives and many friends to mourn her loss, but they feel that their loss is her great gain.

Wesley Goldin
 Paulding New Era October 22, 1886   Died. Wesley Goldin of Haralson county died last Friday. (Haralson Banner)

Rev. W.H. Goldwire
 Paulding New Era April 9, 1886   Rev. W.H. Goldwire, formerly of Cartersville, died at Whittler, N.C., last Thursday, of pneumonia. (Cartersville Courant)

Evelyn Good
 Paulding New Era November 26, 1886   Died. Evelyn, the little two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Good, died last Sunday after a long and painful illness. (Cedartown Advertiser)

Jefferson Charlie “Speed” Goodson
Died March 29, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, April 7, 2005  Jefferson Charlie “Speed” Goodson Passes March 29
Mr. J. C. (Jefferson Charlie) “Speed” Goodson , age 80 of Austell , Georgia died Tuesday, March 29, 2005 at WellStar Cobb Hospital after an extended illness. He was born June 17, 1924 in Walker County, Georgia the son of the late Robert Cecil Goodson and the late Mrs. Maudie Jewel Norton Goodson. He was a retired heavy equipment mechanic and an avid fisherman. He served in the Army National Guard.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Hazel Irene Dickerson Goodson of Austell; eight children, Hugh and Tina Goodson of Rockmart, Terry and Denise Goodson of Carrollton, Keith and Diane Goodson of Douglasville, Jeff and June Goodson and Kim Walters, all of Dallas, Marty Goodson of Cedartown, Kellie Goodson and Ashley Goodson, both of Austell; three sisters, Lura Beard, Robbie Nell Cash and Sadie Mae Woods, all of Rome; one brother, Shellie Goodson of Rome; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews.
Graveside Services were held on Friday, April 1, 2005 at 2:30 p.m. at Paulding Memorial Gardens
Roy Davis Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Singer Gordon
 Paulding New Era July 5, 1889   Died. Mr. Singer Gordon, a son of J.B. and M.E. Gordon , departed this life on the 27th, ult., at 7 p.m. His remains were shipped on the 28, ult. from Dallas to Collins Springs Church ten miles north west of Atlanta, accompanied by his bereaved wife and little babe; her mother and family; his father and sister and G.W. Cole. A large crowd were assembled at the grave who carefully taken charge of the body, and after services by Elder Williams of Atlanta his remains were deposited and the grave beautifully ornamental with precious flowers and turned their backs upon the travel with the loss of many tears. Mr. J.B. Gordon certifies that Singer was a good boy, that he never smoked a cigar, never taken a chew of tobacco; never drink a drop of intoxicating liquors, except in a medical prescription. His disease was pronounced by Dr. Bissell as being consumption. He was 21 years of age.

Arthur Gore
 Paulding New Era September 6, 1889   Died. Arthur Gore, son of Arch Gore died last Thursday.  

Gore, Sam
 The Daily Constitution Atlanta, GA June 4, 1893    Gore, Sam
4 June 1893 (The Daily Constitution - Atlanta} Murder in Paulding. A brutal murder was committed near Yorktown, in Paulding county, during a drunken carousal, in which Sam Gore, Dave Wood and Frank Pace were participants. Gore was set upon by the other two, while he was too drunk to defend himself, and was brutally murdered. Pace and Wood were apprehended and brought to jail at Dallas, where they are now held upon the charge of murder, to await a preliminary trial at 8 a.m. tomorrow.

Barbara Fite Graham
February 14, 1957 - October 11, 2004
The Dallas New Era  Thursday October 21, 2004 
Mrs. Barbara Fite Graham Passes Oct. 11
Mrs. Barbara Fite Graham, age 57 of Powder Springs, Georgia, passed away October 11, 2004 at WellStar Kennestone Hospital.
Mrs. Graham was born February 14, 1957, daughter of Wilborn and Rheba (Green) Fite. She was a Homemaker and attended Christ Apostle Christian Church in Kennesaw.
She is survived by her husband of more than 11 years, Mr. David Graham of Powder Springs; four sisters, Jim and Sharon Brogden of Palatka, Florida, Carol Fite of Havana, Florida, Mary Fite of Havana, Florida and Kim and Debbie Cleveland of Colquitt, GA; three brothers, David and Lori Fite of Dothan, AL, Richard and Sandra Fite of Cairo, GA and Robert Fite of Bainbridge, GA; mother-in-law Ozell Lindsey Graham of Powder Springs; step-daughter, Kayce and Rod Cowan and Keli Ray McCall, both of Powder Springs and step-son Kain Graham of Powder Springs.
Funeral Services were conducted at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Bainbridge, Georgia on Thursday, October 14, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Steve Chifton officiating.
Interment followed in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Bainbridge, GA. Pallbearers were Shan Cullifer, Harrell King, Steven Payne, Steve Graham, William Fite and Scott Brogden.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Barbara Jean Gravely
Died June 5, 2004 Published in the Dallas New Era, (Dallas, Georgia) Thursday, June 10, 2004  Mrs. Barbara Jean Gravely, age 66 of Hiram, Georgia died Saturday, June 5, 2004. She was a homemaker and a member of the Salvation Army.
She is survived by her husband of 45 years, James W. Gravely; son, James D. Gravely of Powder Springs; daughters, Chrislyn K. Gravely of Decatur and Maureen A. Gravely of Powder Springs; brother, Frank David Welsh of Lincoln, Nebraska; two grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 7, 2004 at Davis-Struempf Funeral Home Chapel.
Interment followed at Mt. Harmony Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Davis-Struempf Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements

Mr. Garrett Gray
 Paulding New Era April 29, 1887   Died. Mr. Garrett Gray, on old and very highly respected citizen of this county, died yesterday, and was interred at the old family burial ground near Dallas this morning. The cause of his death was ___ and old age. He was about ___ years of age. (note: wording very faint)

Mr. J. Monroe Gray
 Paulding New Era 28 Feb 1884  Mr. Monroe Gray, Justice of the Peace of Humphrys district, in this county, died of typhoid fever Thursday evening about two o’clock. Mr. Gray leaves a wife and three children, and numerous friends and relatives, to mourn his loss.
The New Era, in common with the entire community, extends its sympathies to the bereaved family.
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15 May 1884
J.M. Gray, Esq., who departed this life February 28th, 1884, was faithfully attended by his physician, Dr. Foster. But it pleased God to take his own to himself, to which he was perfectly reconciled while he was expiring on soft and downy pillows. He called to his loving wife, who was trying to hide her inward anguish, and said: “Weep not for me, follow my footsteps; raise my children right; pay my just debts and may we all meet in heaven where we’ll be able to sing the song of Moses and the lamb.” His father was present though he was burdened with a load of years and grief. He talked to him some questioning him to look after the welfare of his wife and children. He bid his neighbors and friends farewell who were present; returned his thanks to them for waiting on him so faithfully, and said he wanted Bro. Moon to exercise at the grave. We heard him say he wanted case, but God’s will be done and not mine. We have been acquainted with J.M. Gray from his youth. He was about 34 years of age, six of which was spent in following the footsteps of Jesus. He indeed adorned the profession he made by a God like walk and a pious conversation. We believe he was one that fought the good fight, that kept the faith; was ready to be delivered up and receive the crown God gives to all who loves His appearing. He appeared to welcome death, which is the gate to endless joy. The widow is living with her only brother, who is cheerfully looking after her interest as he was requested to do by the deceased. Mr. Charley Baggett is certainly complying with his request. –A Friend.

Mr. Russell Greathouse
Died Oct. 23, 1990 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, Nov. 1, 1990  Mr. Russell Greathouse Dies Oct. 23
Mr. Russell Greathouse, age 69, of Dallas, Georgia, died on Tuesday, October 23, 1990 in Higgins General Hospital in Bremen, Georgia.
He was born March, 1921. He was of the Baptist Faith and was employed in Timber Cutting.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Artie Mae Fuller, of Dallas and Mrs. Ruby McBrayer, of Douglasville; His brother, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Thomason of Dallas; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held on Thursday, October 25, 1990 at 4:00 p.m. in Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Robert White officiating.
Interment was in Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Keith Thomason, Frankie Clark, Jerry McBrayer, Charles Durham, Marvin McBrayer and Walter Thomason.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mr. J.W. Greene
 Paulding New Era April 23, 1886   We have recently heard of the death of Mr. J.W. Greene, of Fincastle, Texas. Mr. Greene was a son of Mr. LaFayette Greene of near Dallas, and had been dead some two weeks before his parents knew it. He leaves a young wife in Texas and many relatives here to mourn his loss. 

Mrs. James Green
 Paulding New Era May 8, 1885  Mrs. Green, widow of Mr. James Green, died Thursday and was buried at the Dallas cemetery today (Friday).

Green, Jim
 The Daily Constitution Atlanta, GA January 12, 1895    Green, Jim
Wanted for Murder. Emma Hale, a young mulatto woman, who is wanted in Paulding county for murder, was brought to Atlanta last night by Deputy Sheriff Furr, who captured her yesterday morning in Jonesboro. She will be taken to Dallas this morning, where she will be tried with her husband for the murder of Jim Green.
The killing of Green was one of the most mysterious crimes ever committed in the mountains of north Georgia. He was a well known and highly respectable negro farmer, who lived several miles from Dallas. In politics he was known to have much influence among his race.
About the middle of September last he suddenly disappeared. It was supposed by his family that he had gone to another county to visit relatives, but weeks passed and he failed to return.
Then his friends suspected foul play and every effort was made to secure some clue as to what had become of him. He was last seen the man said that he was going over to see Hamp Hale, an old negro man who lived a few miles from his farm. since that night nothing has been seen of him, but Hale and his wife, who was much younger than her husband, declared that he had not been there and said that they had not seem him that night. Nothing was ever heard of King, but the negroes suspected Hale and his wife, as it was known that they had had dealings with the missing man which had caused bad feeling.
About December 1st a discovery was made that threw the whole neighborhood into a frenzy of excitement. A small colored boy while crossing an old field not far from the house where hale lived found the remains of a man who seemed to have been dead several months in a deep gully. the news spread and the negroes from miles around flocked to the place to see what had been identified from the clothes as the skeleton of Jim Green.
When examined by the coroner’s jury it was found that the skull had been crushed in seemingly with an ax or some blunt weapon. Hale and his wife were arrested at once, but the jury ordered the woman released, as there was nothing to show that she was connected with the murder. Immediately after her acquittal she left the county and it was not known in what direction she had fled.
This flight confirmed the suspicions of those who thought that she had helped kill Green and the sheriff was ordered to located and rearrest her. Deputy Sheriff Furr got on her track, and learning that she was staying near Jonesboro, left for that place. He found her yesterday.
The woman is far above the ordinary darky, both in her appearance and her manner. She denies that she had anything to do with the killing, but her account will criminate her husband and put his neck in peril. “I didn’t kill Green,” she said last night. “My husband might have done it, but I didn’t know anything about it. Green was at our house that night and I heard my husband cuss him and tell him to leave. That was all I heard. My husband left the house that night after Green had left, but I can’t say where he went. “The next day he said he had done a thing that he was sorry for, but I didn’t ask him any questions. It must have been that murder that he was talking about. It couldn’t have been anything else. That woman said that Green had been living at their house and her husband had driven him away because of jealousy.” She will be carried back to Paulding this morning.

Green, Martha J.
 Southern Christian Advocate August 12, 1870    Green, Martha J.
12 Aug 1870 (Southern Christian Advocate) Sister Martha J. Green, wife of Brother Thomas Green and daughter of Eli J. and Martha J. Carter, was born in Henry co., Nov 22d 1832, and died in Paulding co., Ga., May 6, 1870. W. D. Norton, Pastor

Mr. Greenwood
 Paulding New Era October 25, 1889   Died. Mr. Greenwood a brother of Mrs. G.W. Foote Sr., died a few days ago. He was a man of talent and had held many important positions where he lived. Sol. Gen. had been to Congress &c., but like all other men he had to leave them all and go hence.

Velma I. Clark Gregory
Died April 2, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, April 7, 2005  Velma I. Clark Gregory Passes April 2, 2005
Mrs. Velma Inez Clark Gregory, age 87 of Hiram, Georgia died Saturday, April 2 2005. She was born in Fulton County. She was a homemaker and a member of New Life Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Darlene Buckner.
She is survived by her husband, Emanuel W. Gregory of Hiram; her daughters, Elizabeth Jane Hutchens and Donna Diane and George Lanning, all of Hiram, Virginia Bartlett of Jonesboro, Inez Mayoki of Pensacola, Florida and Shirley Bennett of Griffin; her sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Brenda Gregory of Dallas, Edward and Kathy Gregory of Hiram and Claude and Paulette Shadix of Griffin; her sister and brother-in law, Jean and Dean Moore of Fayetteville; 27 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, April 5, 2005 at 2 p.m. at New Life Baptist Church with Reverend Ricky Petty officiating.
Interment followed in Paulding Memorial Gardens.
Bellamy Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Charlsie Hill Siniard Griffin
Died June 13, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, June 24, 2004 Mrs. Charlsie Hill Siniard Griffin, age 84, of Marietta, Georgia died Sunday, June 13, 2004. Born in Dekalb County, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Crawford Hill and Elizabeth Land Siniard. She was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard T. Griffin.
She is survived by her daughters, Carlyn Campbell of Powder Springs, Patricia McClain of Marietta and Elizabeth Kay Rackley of Warner Robbins; her son, Leonard T. (Sonny) Griffin, Jr.; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Bellamy Funeral Home with Reverend Derrick Fowler officiating.
Interment followed in Kennesaw Memorial Park.
Bellamy Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Thomas “Foots” Griffin
Died May 20, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, May 26, 2005  Thomas “Foots” Griffin Passes May 20, 2005
Mr. Thomas “Foots” Griffin , age 68 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Friday, May 20, 2005. He was born May 28, 1936 in Dallas to the late Clinton and Inez Cooper Griffin.
Survivors are his nephews, Richard Griffin, Allen Griffin and David Griffin, all of Dallas and Roger Griffin of Carrollton; a niece, Debra Morgan of Dallas.
A Graveside Service was held Sunday, May 22, 2005 at 3 p.m. from New Hope Cemetery with Reverend Don Voyles officiating.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Fred Horace Griggs
March 27, 1920 - October 17, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday October 21, 2004   
Fred Horace Griggs Passes October 17, 2004

Mr. Fred Horace Griggs, known by friends and family as “Big Daddy”, born March 27, 1920, passed away Sunday, October 17, 2004. He was a positive influence in the community through the American Legion Post III, Mason Order Albany Lodge 24, Eastern Star Austell 314 and active in the Republican Party.
He was a Veteran of the United States Navy, USS Shamrock Bay, having served in WWII, and a Georgia Power Retiree, where they called him “Top Cat”. His favorite saying was “if you can’t handle it, call me.”
He leaves behind, his wife Faye; children, Paul, Kent, Neil, Stacie, and Dandy also 10 grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held Tuesday, October 19, 2004 from the Chapel of Clark Funeral Home with Dr. James Burdette officiating.
Interment followed in Powder Springs Memorial Gardens.

Wendy Dawn Parson Griggs March 5, 1973 – July 19, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, July 29, 2004  Mrs. Wendy Dawn Parson Griggs, 31 of Dallas, Georgia, passed away Monday, July 19, 2004 at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta.
Wendy was born March 5, 1973 in Austell, Georgia. She was a member of Douglasville Baptist Church and worked in the Human Resources Department at Fast Forms Packaging Company.
She is survived by her daughter, Amber Ann Griggs of Dallas; son, Jacob Steven Griggs of Dallas; mother and step-father, Pat and Bruce Wiley of Douglasville; father, Randy Parson of Douglasville; sisters, Tammy Lynn Stigall and Angela Diane Parson, both of Douglasville; step-sisters, Rachael Douglas of Kennesaw and Amanda Trieger of Canton; step-brother, Philip Wiley of Douglasville; paternal grandparents, Odes and Burtlee Parson of Douglasville; fiancé David Jetton and his daughter, Ashley Jetton, both of Dallas; several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.
Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, July 22, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Larry Johnson and Rev. Chuck Daniel officiating.
Interment followed in Meadowbrook Memory Gardens in Villa Rica with the following gentlemen serving as pallbearers: David Jetton, Steven Griggs, Randy Parson, Bruce Wiley, Billy Stigall and Jim Devin.
Jones-Wynn Funeral Home, Douglas Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Hagin, Edward (Judge)
 The Atlanta Constitution Atlanta, GA July 15, 1890 TAC     Hagin, Edward (Judge)
15 July 1890 (The Atlanta Constitution) Judge Edward Hagin, a prominent citizen of Paulding county, is dead.

Little Fannie, daughter of Mr. Wm. Hagin
 Paulding New Era October 25, 1889   Died. Little Fannie, daughter of Mr. Wm. Hagin, of Braswell departed this life last Saturday night, and was interred at Braswell on Sunday. Mr. Armstrong conducting the funeral services. Fannie was a bright little girl and was the pet of the family as well as of the little town of Braswell but we must remember that death loves a shining mark and that she has been ___ to dwell with kindred spirits. The New Era joins in sorrow one sympathy with the family of the loved one.

Floyd Hagin
 Paulding New Era 1 Aug 1884
  In Memoriam.
It becomes my sad duty to record the death of little Floyd Hagin, son of Mr. G. W. and Mrs. June(?) Hagin, who live almost one mile from Huntsville, P.O. Paulding county, Ga. Floyd died on the 27th of this month. He was five years old.
He was the first born, kind and loved by all who knew him. I was his literary instructor a week before he was taken sick. 
He was a child of bright ideas, and an intelligent mind. He was loved by all his schoolmates. But alas He was taken from our midst for some purpose, we know not what. Yes! Heaven hath __ its own. There is a sudden change from this world of care unto the great white throne.

Mr. George Hagin
 Paulding New Era June 17, 1887   Died. We are informed of the death of Mr. George Hagin on the 2nd inst. At his home in Morgan county. He leaves a wife and two or three small children. He was raised in this county and was a son of Mr. H. N. Hagin of Braswell.

William Franklin Hagin
 Paulding New Era January 10, 1891   Died. Wm. F. Hagin. William Franklin Hagin was born December 22nd A. D., 1851, and departed this life September 24, 1890. Billy, (as he was familiarly called) was born and reared in Paulding county, GA. He was a dutiful man and a of kind disposition and like by all with whom he associated.
At the age of Twenty-one years he was married to Miss Ellen Dave(?), of Polk county, with her lived happily until his death. Of this union were born seven children. Five sons and two daughters, of which all are living except Fanny. She crossed over the river one year before her father.
Billy was a consistent member of the Baptist church. He lived a peaceful life, and set many good examples for his children and friends to imitate. For the last several months of his life he was unwell, but not confined to his bed but a short time. He bore all his afflictions with Christian forbearance and at last was perfectly submissive to Lord's will. Fully realizing that he was soon to pass the dark valley. He said, Pa! I am going to a better world than this.
Billy left many friends to mourn his loss. We should be like Job when in all his affliction he said the Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. Nature says we must soon follow and we know of a truth that we must all die. Blessed are they that die in the Lord. Our Loss is his eternal gain. S.D.D.

Inez V. Hall
February 23, 1922 - November 2, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday November 11, 2004  
Services Held for Mrs. Inez V. Hall Nov. 4

Mrs. Inez V. Hall, age 82, of Electric Dam Road, Dallas, Georgia, passed away November 2, 2004 at her residence.
Mrs. Hall was born on February 23, 1922 in Paulding County, Georgia, daughter of the late Oliver and Bessie (Gulledge) Shaw. She was a member of New Hope First Baptist Church and was a homemaker.
Surviving are her daughter, Mike and Louise Hall of Dallas; two sons, Mr. Gordon Hall and Mr. and Mrs. Wendell (Miram Brady)Hall, both of Dallas; grandchildren, Leigh Ann Vega, Charity Ratcliff, Christy Turner, Grace Hall and Adam Hall; great-grandchildren, Gerrard Vega, Lorena Vega, Zachary Turner, Abigail Turner and Evan Ratcliff.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Price G. Hall, to whom she had been married more than 49 years, having married on July 24, 1948, he passed away August 8, 1997; sister, Mrs. Ethel Wilson and brother Mr. Thomas Shaw.
Funeral Services were held on Thursday, November 4, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. in Benson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Harold Turner officiating. Special music was rendered by Olen and Helen Walker.
Interment followed in Dallas Memory Gardens. Pallbearers were Jeff Turner, Brian Ratcliff, Erasmo Vega, Adam Hall, Tony Crowe, Jerry Peacock and Ricky Hall.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Lillie Irene Hardin Hall
 
Atlanta Journal - Constitution November, 1986   Mrs. Lillie Irene Hardin Hall, 79 years old, of Mableton Ga, died November 3, 1986.
Preceded in death by her father Thomas L. Hardin and mother Mary Magdalene McGuire Hardin.
Survived by daughters, Mrs. Kay Beckman, Phoenix, Az, Mrs. Joan Maged, Houston, Tx, Mrs. Betty Chastain, Loganville, Ga; sons, Mr, W. E. Hall Jr, Cherry Log, Ga, C. W. Hall, Lawrenceville, D. L. Hall, Atlanta Ga, H. Don Hall, Prattville, Ala, 28 grandchildren, and 22 great grandchildren.
Funeral Wednesday at11 a.m. from our chapel.
Internment Powder Springs Cemetery, Roy Davis Funeral Home, Austell.

Ida Hamilton
 Paulding New Era July 5, 1883   Mr. C.A. Hamilton was called away suddenly last week to the residence of his father at Montezuma, Ga. On account of the serious illness of his sister Ida, who we learn had died ere he arrived.

Henry Hammond
 Paulding New Era December 17, 1886   Henry Hammond, son of Mr. Peter Hammond, died at his home near Stilesboro, on Friday, the 26 of November last. The deceased was born and reared in this county and was about 29 years old. (Cartersville Courant)

child of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Hamrick
 Paulding New Era June 17, 1887   Died. A child some seven or eight years of age of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Hamrick died yesterday morning of brain fever. (Cedartown Advertiser)

Mrs. Julia Hanie
 Paulding New Era August 9, 1889   Died. In memory of Mrs. Julia Hanie, wife of F.A. Hanie, who departed this life August the 5th, and was interred at New Hope on the 6th; services conducted by Revs. J.M. Williams and M.T. Burtz; the funeral was well attended. Mrs. Hanie was very highly esteemed by all who knew her; she was a consistent and loving wife and while her friends mourn her loss and sympathies with her bereaved husband and the little one who was only two weeks old at her death. None can miss so much as the dear little infant who never knew the tender love of a mother, we trust that God will bless them and consecrate them to his divine will.
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August 9, 1889
Mrs. Frank Haney departed this life on August the 5th and was interred at New Hope on the 6th, services conducted by Rev. J.M. William and M.T. Burtz, the funeral was well attended.
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August 16, 1889
Mr. Frank Haney's little baby died last Saturday, and was interred at New Hope on Sunday.

Winfred D. Hannah
September 24, 1931 – June 20, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, June 24, 2004 Winfred Durrell Hannah, 73, of Hannah Road, Temple, Georgia, died Sunday, June 20, 2004.
He was born in Paulding County on September 24, 1931, son of the late Cleve Henry Hannah and the late Nora Genell Caldwell Hannah. He lived his entire lifetime in this area and served in the United States Army. He was retired from Exide Battery Company where he worked for about 32 years in supervision. In 2000, he retired for the second time from the Paulding County Board of Commissioners where he worked for about 20 years as a building inspector. He was a Methodist and also a member of the American Legion post 70, Villa Rica.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Thomas Hannah on July 4, 2003 and a brother, Wayne Hannah.
He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Doreen Hannah of Temple; one daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and David Adair of Dallas; his grandchildren, Kyle Adair of Dallas and Laura Beth Hannah and John Hannah both of Temple; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Jack Hannah of Temple, Donald and Ann Hannah of Temple, and Ruth Hannah of Temple; his special caregiver, Clara Golden of Temple and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday morning, June 22,2 004, at 11:00 a.m. from the chapel of J. Hoyt Thomas Funeral Home with Rev. Benny Abney and Bobby Hollis officiating. Pallbearers were Bobby Hollis, Jimmy Hannah, Shawn Hannah, Daniel Hollis, Mark McCravy, and Dickie Buchanan. Tommy H. (Bud) Thomas and employees of Exide Battery Company and members of the Paulding County Board of Commissioners served as honorary pallbearers.
Interment followed in the Smyrna United Methodist Church Cemetery in Paulding County with the flag ceremony and presentation conducted by the honor guard team of American Legion Post 143, Carrollton.
J. Hoyt Thomas Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Green Hanson
 Paulding New Era May 17, 1889   Died. Green Hanson was interred at Bethany Church last Tuesday.

Mr. S.I. Hardeman
 Paulding New Era October 15, 1886   Died. Last Tuesday a gloom of sadness was thrown over our entire community by the death of Mr. S.I. Hardeman. He was a young man of twenty, loved and respected by all who knew him. (Waco Enterprise)

Rev. Charles Hardin
Died May 8, 1936
Date and name of Newspaper unknown.   The Rev. Charles Hardin, 70, Baptist minister for 26 years died at the home of his son, Raymond, in Austell, near Atlanta Ga. At midnight May 8, 1936, following a stroke of paralysis.
Rev. Hardin was also the father of Mrs. Marvin Hogwood of Bridgeport, Snowden Hardin of Chattanooga and Lee Hardin.
Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 P. M. Sunday at the Old Community Church of Paulding County, Ga. and burial was In Shady Grove cemetery nearby. The Loyd Undertaking Co. Bridgeport was in charge. An unusual and significant feature of the service was the fact that seven Baptist ministers all of whom were converted under the preaching of the Rev. Hardin participated.
A large concourse of associates, friends, and relatives were present attesting the high esteem in which this good man was held.

Sarah Ellen Hardin
March 12 1922 - October 6, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday October 14, 2004  
Sarah Ellen Hardin Passes Oct. 6, 2004
Mrs. Sarah Ellen Hardin, age 82, of Dallas Georgia passed away on October 6, 2004 at WellStar Cobb Hospital. She was born March 12 1922. She was a homemaker and of the Church of Christ Faith.
Survivors include her husband, Minister William Hardin of Dallas, Georgia to whom she had been married for 57 years; two daughters, Susan Sawyer and Kay Smith, both of Hiram; her son, John Hardin of Dallas; grandson, Shane Smith of Hiram and her sister, Mary Johnson of Dallas.
She was preceded in death by her son, Howard Hardin and grandson, Nicholas Smith.
Funeral Services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 9, 2004 in the Chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Minister Richard Holbrook officiating.
Interment was at Poplar Springs Baptist Church with David Cox, Donnie Miller, Shane Smith, Harold Smith, Mike Newton, and Billy Holland serving as pallbearers.
Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Thomas L. Hardin
Died September 3, 1965Indianapolis, Indiana   Thomas L. Hardin, 755 Massachusetts Ave, died Monday at his home. He was 76 years old. He was born in Dallas, Ga, and had lived in Indianapolis for 40 years. He worked as a night watchman for the Guepel Construction Company, until his retirement in 1960.
He was a member of the Pentecostal Church.
Services at 1 pm Thursday at Harry W. Moore Peace Chapel, burial, Floral Park. Survivors: wife Georgia; daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Howell, Pensacola Fl, Mrs. Margaret Haas, Philadelphia, Pa, Mrs. Clydia Leach, New Whiteland, Ind, Mrs. Lillie Irene Hall, Mableton, Ga, sons; William Reynolds, Grand Rapids, Mi, George Reynolds, San Diego, Ca. sister; Lillie Hogwood, Atlanta, Ga, brothers; Raymond Harding, Mableton, Ga, Snowden Hardin, Pensacola Fl. 22 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren.

Rev. Leonard S. Harper
Died May 6, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, May 12, 2005  Services Held for Rev. Leonard S. Harper May 10
Reverend Leonard S. Harper, age 79, of Temple, Georgia, passed away on May 6, 2005 at Kennestone Hospital.
Rev. Harper was born February 4, 1926 in Fannin County, Georgia, son of the late Hadley Harper and the late Rosa Ellis Harper. He was a member of the Baptist Faith and was a Mason. Rev. Harper was also a Veteran of the U. S. Navy and was a Welder.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Louise Stepp Harper of Temple; four daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin (Wilma) Jenkins of Canton, Mr. and Mrs. Steve (Lynn) Thompson of Hiram, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry (Cathy) Adams of Cartersville and Mr. and Mrs. Travis (Connie) Locklear of Temple; two sons, Mr. and Mrs. Sam (Shirley) Harper and Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy (Debbie) Harper, both of Temple; 13 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Mr. Charles Harper of McCaysville.
In addition to his parents, Hadley and Rosa Harper, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 25 years, Martha Elizabeth “Tootsie” Harper.
Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at 1:00 pm at New Liberty Baptist Church with Rev. Edwin Weaver, Rev. James Mulkey, Rev. Johnny Carroll and Rev. Thomas Wheeler officiating. Special music was rendered by the congregation accompanied by Joan Kowen at the piano.
Graveside Services were conducted by Rev. Frankie Ellis at Riverview Cemetery. Pallbearers were Grandsons and Great-Grandsons, James Leonard Harper, David Samuel Harper, Daryl Clinton Harper, Travis Wayne Harper, James Russell Harper, Gary Steven Thompson, Stacey Wayne Adams, Dustin Scott Lingerfelt, Cody Travis Locklear, Connar Travis Locklear, Colson Samuel Ray Locklear.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home.

Mrs. Craven Harris
 Paulding New Era December 17, 1886   Died. Mrs. Craven Harris, of Pumpkinvine, died last week.

Uncle Elicia Harris
 Paulding New Era August 16, 1889   Died. Old Uncle Elicia Harris, departed this life on the 6th inst. His remains were interred at the White Oak Springs Cemetery. (Liberty Hill Times)

Bruce H. Harvey
June 17, 1951 - May 31, 2004 Published in the Dallas New Era, (Dallas, Georgia) Thursday, June 10, 2004  Bruce H. Harvey, "The Chicken Man" age 52 of Dallas, Georgia passed away May 31, 2004. He was born June 17, 1951 in Manchester County, Connecticut the son of the late John H. Harvey and the late Margaret Robinson Harvey. He had been a poultry farmer and was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include his wife, Judith Harvey of Dallas, Georgia; two sons, Ryan P. Harvey and Courtland Harvey both of Dallas; step-son Ronald T. Black of Marietta; one daughter, Judity Christine Harvey of Dallas; 2 grandchildren, Apryl Leanna Harvey of Cedartown and Mitchell Everett Harvey of Marietta; brothers, John F. Harvey of Marietta and Brian P. Harvey of Griffin; nieces and nephews.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 4, 2004 in the chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Reverend Jim Lowry officiating. Music was provided by Russell Barron. The body was cremated.
Interment was in Cheatham Hill Memorial Park.
Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Dr. William Caldwell Hathcock Jr.
Died July 25, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, August 5, 2004 Dr. William Caldwell Hathcock, Jr., 92 of Acworth died peacefully at his home Sunday, July 25, 2004.
Services were held Thursday in the chapel of West Cobb Funeral Home with the Rev. Keith Jenkins officiating. Interment was held in Cheatham Hill Memorial Park.
Dr. Hathcock was a practicing ears, eyes, nose and throat surgeon in the Atlanta area for over 50 years and was on the staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital of Atlanta. Upon retiring from his medical practice he went on to serve as a consultant for the State of Georgia until March of 2004. Dr. Hathcock was also the founder of the Northside Independent Methodist Church of Sandy Springs.
He is survived by his wife, Juanita Woodard Hathcock; two sons, William Caldwell Hathcock III, Hal Woodard Hathcock; grandchildren, Ashley Hathcock Stenglein, William Caldwell Hathcock IV, Steve Gardner Hathcock; Great-grandchildren, Christopher David Stenglein, Gardner Patrick Stenglein.
The family received friends at the funeral home Wednesday evening. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.
West Cobb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. W.A. Haygood
 Paulding New Era April 26, 1889   Died. Mr. W.A. Haygood's wife was buried at New Canaan, the 17th inst. Our worthy brother W.A. Ragsdale officiating in the funeral exercises, and made a long and lengthy talk in behalf of all present. He gave the young and old a timely talk of how soon too they must leave this world of sorrow to go to the world unknown. (California Chat)

Cora Dianne Hulsey Haynes
Died June 11, 2005 The Dallas New Era Dallas, GA Thursday, July 7, 2005    Services Held for Cora Dianne Hulsey Haynes
Cora Dianne Hulsey Haynes, 47, of Tampa, Florida, passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2005.
She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Butler; paternal grandparents,
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hulsey ; father, Mr. Thomas (Jack) Hulsey and a brother, Jeff Hulsey.
She is survived by her mother, Evelyn Lucille Butler Hulsey of Tampa, FL; son, Chris Hulsey of Waco, TX; daughter, Lisa LaBurda of Tampa, FL; four brothers, Rodney Hulsey of Tampa, Michael Hulsey, of Tampa Keith Hulsey of Oklahoma, and Johnny Hulsey of St. Petersburg, FL; two sisters, Rhonda Braly of Dallas and Margaret Marshall of Tampa, FL; four grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Memorial Service was held in Tampa, Florida on June 18, 2005. A Life Tribute Funeral Care of Largo, Florida was in charge of arrangements.

Estelle Summers Hays
January 12, 1918 - October 6, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday October 21, 2004   
Mrs. Estelle Summers Hays Passes
Mrs. Estelle Summers Hays, age 86, of Powder Springs, Georgia, passed away October 6, 2004 at WellStar Community Hospice.
Mrs. Hays was born January 12, 1918 in Paulding County, Georgia, daughter of the late Dean and Carrie (Porter) Summers. She was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church and was employed as a Beautician.
Surviving are two daughters, Billy and Muriel Rainey and Robert and Donnie Jo Walden, both of Powder Springs; 5 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; brother, Jack Summers of Winter Haven, Florida; sister, Dixie Matter of Miami, Florida and sister-in-law, Ruth Gaydon of Powder Springs.
Funeral Services were held on October 9, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. in Benson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Billy Driskell officiating. Special music was rendered by Mr. Charles Cole.
Interment followed in Sunrise Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Hal Hayes, Terry Hays, Cody Bonds, Jack Summers, Chase Rainey, and Freddie Figuerdo.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Mary Ann Heaton
 Paulding New Era June 10, 1887   Died, May 25th, 1887, at her home, two miles form Rockmart, Ga., in her 71st year, from a stroke of paralysis, Mrs. Mary Ann Heaton, leaving family and friends to mourn her loss. (Rockmart Slate)

An infant of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Helms
 Paulding New Era October 21, 1887   Died. An infant of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Helms died last Wednesday at 4 o'clock in the morning. It was interred at Shady Grove.

Francis Leugonia Johnie Henderson
 Paulding New Era August 27, 1886   Died, August 21st, 1886, Francis Leugonia Johnie, youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Henderson, aged five years, ten months and twenty-six days.

Gen. Robert J. Henderson
 Paulding New Era February 9, 1891   Died. Gen. Robert J. Henderson died in Atlanta Tuesday at 11 o'clock.

George Washington Hendon
Died July 27, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, August 5, 2004 Mr. George Washington Hendon, age 93, of Hiram, Georgia, died Tuesday, July 27,2004.
Mr. Hendon retired from Georgia Highway Express in 1976 after 33 years of service, he achieved numerous safe driver awards. He was a licensed Baptist preacher and ordained deacon., He was a member of Liberty Baptist Church, Douglasville. He was a former member of Zion View Baptist Church for 50 years.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Grace Hardin Hendon; daughter and son-in-law Jean and Ralph Carson of Powder Springs; daughters, Laverne Hendon and Sharon Hendon, both of Hiram; sons and daughters-in-law, Wilburn and Francie Hendon of Marietta and Wayne and Amy Hendon of Covington; son, Dr. David Hendon of Waco, Texas; brother, Luther Hendon of Beaumont, Texas; grandchildren, Kim Tysor of Coronado, CA, Mark Hendon of Dallas, Alison Lewis of Dallas, Joshua Hendon of Covington, and Dannielle Hendon of Covington; 5 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, July 29, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Liberty Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Marbut, Rev. Billy Ray and Rev. Jerry Hendon officiating.
Interment followed in Crestlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Davis-Struempf Funeral Home, Austell was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Eunice Hicks
 Paulding New Era June 17, 1887   Died. Mrs. Eunice Hicks, wife of Mr. David Hicks, of Lime Branch settlement, died on Monday night. (Cedartown Advertiser)

Hicks, John
 The Daily Constitution Atlanta, GA October 4, 1879     Hicks, John
A Paulding County Tragedy;
From a private source was learned yesterday of the mysterious killing of John Hicks, a resident of Paulding county, who was found dead Wednesday last in the woods a few miles from Dallas.
Mr. Hicks, it seems, had gone out hunting the day previous and by reason of his not returning his friends started out in search of him and found his corpse laying in the woods with a bullet hole through his body.
As yet no one knows who killed him, but suspicion points to Jerry Shelton, a resident of Dallas, as the guilty party, owing to the fact that it was pretty generally known that these two men were on bad terms and that Shelton was a man of gad character and has not been seen since the murder was committed.
Hicks was considered a peaceable man and a good citizen. He leaves a wife, whom we learn was insulted a few days since by Shelton. This was the cause of the hard feeling that existed between the two. The deceased and Shelton had a meeting a few days before the mysterious death of the former which came very near being a serious affair. Shelton, it seems, has a very bad record in the community in which he lives. A few years since he and his brother, Poke Shelton, had a difficulty with Bud Puckett in a saloon in Dallas, which culminated in the killing of Puckett. The two men were arrested and sent to jail, where they remained only a short while when they gave a sufficient bond and were released from custody.
When the cases of these two men were called, Poke Shelton was tried and found guilty and sentenced to five years imprisonment in the penitentiary service. He is now working on the Cartersville and Van Wert railroad with a number of convicts at work there.
In some way counsel for the defense in the case against Jerry Shelton managed to stave off the trial, and the defendant remained on bond until a few weeks since, when he was arrested for carrying concealed weapons, tried and fined for the offense. He remained in the jail about ten days before he was able to pay his fine, and was out about one week previous to the time of the killing of Hicks. It is said that it was during this interval of one week that he made the insulting remarks to Hicks’s wife, which is said to have been the cause of the enmity that existed between the two men. The residents of Paulding, and especially those in the vicinity of Dallas, feel highly incensed at the murder, as Hicks was much liked by every one. Every effort will be made to solve the mystery and find out the guilty party. If it is ascertained that Shelton did the killing, efforts will be made to secure his arrest, and if arrested, he will have to defend himself in the criminal prosecution for murder at the next term of Paulding superior court.
11 Oct 1879 (The Daily Constitution - Atlanta} The Killing of Hicks in Paulding; We learn from parties who are in the city from Paulding county that it is a thought that Mr. Hicks, who was killed a few days ago in the woods in that county, shot himself accidentally, and that Mr. Jerry Shelton had nothing to do with it. It appears from their statement that Mr. Shelton, at the time of the shooting was nowhere near the place. While there had been a difference between them, it was not sufficient, so it is reported, to cause any serious breach between them. It is thought by many that Mr. Hicks accidentally shot himself while in the woods gathering chinquapins.

Hicks, Mr.
 The Atlanta Constitution Atlanta, GA August 11, 1882    Hicks, Mr.
11 Aug 1882 (The Atlanta Constitution) The Paulding County Rioters. The thirty negroes arrested at the railroad tunnel in Paulding county for riot, during which Hicks was killed, had their trial in Paulding superior court last week. Jerry Ganaway, Henry Lacy, Rufus Williams and William Daniell were convicted of murder and sentenced to the penitentiary for life. One Brown was convicted of assault with intent to murder, and was sentenced to two years. Seventeen were convicted of riot and sentenced to twelve months each, and six were discharged by the court and solicitor.

Michael A. Higdon
September 14, 1952 - August 18, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday August 28, 2004   
Mr. Michael A. Higdon Passes Aug. 18, 2004
Mr. Michael A. Higdon, age 51, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away August 18, 2004 at the WellStar Paulding Nursing Home. He was born September 14, 1952 in Cobb County, the son of Samuel D. Higdon and Elenka Higdon.
He is survived by one son, Brent Higdon of Cartersville.
A Graveside Service was held at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at the New Hope Cemetery with Reverend Johnny Wellham officiating.
Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

(as appearing in the paper)

Mr. Bud Hilburn
 Paulding New Era June 11, 1886   A Terrible Explosion. Last Tuesday morning the boiler of the sawmill of Thompson & Lawrence (Lewis Thompson and Dick Lawrence) about six miles south of Rockmart, exploded into fragments, tearing up the engine and killing Mr. Bud Hilburn, the nigh watchman, blowing him into atoms and throwing him a hundred yards from the engine. The duties of Hilburn were to watch the mill at night and to fire up and blow up the hands of a morning. The explosion was announced about twenty minutes past 3 o'clock, and at thirty minutes past 3 o'clock was the time to blow up the hands. It is supposed that he built the fire in the engine and then went to sleep and let the steam run too high, and the explosion followed. The loss to the proprietors was about one thousand dollars. Mr. Hilburn leaves a wife and two children.

Tony and Bob Hill
 Paulding New Era December 3, 1886   Died. The Hill Tragedy. Just as we were ready for press last Friday a telegram was received here stating that Tony and Bob had killed each other in Atlanta. It turns out that both were on a spree and were in the bedroom when the shooting occurred. The other occupants of the room, two in number, heard the shooting and called in a policeman; and on opening the door it was found that Tony was dead and Bob was dying. It is evident that in a scuffle Bob shot Tony through the arm and through the heart and then shot himself through the head. They were popular young men, the only children of Col. D.P. Hill of this place and were well known here and in Atlanta. Sympathy is extended to the aged and bereaved parents.

Wilson Hill
 Paulding New Era October 1, 1886   Died. Wilson Hill, the six year old son of Mr. John H. Hill, died last Friday after a short illness. (Cedartown Advertiser)

Ruby P. Brown Hindmon
Died June 1, 2004 Published in the Dallas New Era, (Dallas, Georgia) Thursday, June 10, 2004  Mrs. Ruby Pauline Brown Hindmon, age 81 of Dallas, Georgia died Tuesday, June 1, 2004. Born in Paulding County, she was the daughter of the late David Ross and Cora Long Brown. She was a retired packer with a glass manufacturing company.
She is survived by her sisters, Nellie Brown, Florence Moody and Mildred Morris, all of Dallas and Marvin Moody of Austell; her brothers Guy Brown of Autell, Glen Brown of Jackson and Harold Brown; grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Thursday, June 3, 2004 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Bellamy Funeral Home with brothers Keith Bowman and Johnny Bone officiating.
Interment followed in Polk Memory Gardens.
Belamy Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

R.E. Hipps, Marietta, Ga.
 The Atlanta Constitution Newspaper Atlanta, Georgia 3 Dec 1912     R.E. Hipps, Marietta, Ga.
December 2. R.E. Hipps, aged 62 years, died suddenly at his home here yesterday morning. He was at his place of business till 9 o’clock Saturday night, and was up yesterday morning for a couple of hours. Heart failure is assigned as the cause of his death. He leaves a wife and twelve living children. They are Mrs. B.E. Croker, wife of the ordinary of Paulding county; Mrs. Hay and Miss Minnie Hipps, of Dallas; Mrs. Clontz, of Hiram; Mrs. J. B. Hill, of Macon; Mrs. Coggins, of East Point; Mrs. Maude Foster, of this place; Miss Clara Hipps and two younger ___, who lived with the parents here. The funeral will be conducted tomorrow, and the burial will occur at Hiram tomorrow.

Cuma Hitchcock
 Paulding New Era 13 Mar 1885  A Shocking Accident. One of the most heart wrenching accidents which we were ever called upon to chronicle, occurred on the plantation of Squire Jesse Hitchcock, in Pumpkinvine district, last Monday evening. A new ground was being burned off, and the family were watching the fire to keep it from doing any mischief. At one point it followed up the dry leaves and sedge till it reached the fence. Cuma, the fourteen year old daughter of Squire Hitchcock, observed it and started to climb over the fence to arrest its progress. When she was on the fence the flames leaped up and caught her skirts. When she realized that her clothing was on fire she became panic stricken and ran screaming towards the house.
Her mother and sister Lee, aged sixteen, ran to her assistance, and succeeded in stripping the burning garments from her, but in doing so had their hands and arms badly burned. She was taken to the house and Dr. W.C. Connally sent for. When the doctor arrived he found that the condition of Cuma was very critical, at least two-thirds of the surface of her whole body being burned to a crisp, and that the right hand of Lee was so badly burned that it would be deformed if not entirely lost, while Mrs. Hitchcock’s hands were painfully burned. He dressed the burns, and administered all the known remedies to relieve the pain. Cuma lingered in great pain till Wednesday evening, when death came to her relief. The others are doing as well as could be expected.

Dallas, Ga.
 The Atlanta Constitution Newspaper Atlanta, Georgia 1 Aug 1912     Dallas, Ga.
July 31. Jesse Hitchcock, one of the pioneer citizens of Paulding county, died at 11 o’clock last night after a short illness. “Uncle Jesse,” as he is familiarly known, was the father of Dr. W.O. Hitchcock, of this place, and is survived by a large number of relatives in this county.

Mrs. Jesse Hitchcock Sr.
 Paulding New Era December 31, 1886   Died. The wife of Mr. Jesse Hitchcock Sr., of this county died last Sunday morning. Mrs. Hitchcock was an old citizen of this county. Her maiden name was Adair and she leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss.

Edwina Crowe Hobbs
Died May 13, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, May 19, 2005  Edwina Crowe Hobbs Passes May 13, 2005
Mrs. Edwina Crowe Hobbs , age 71 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Friday, May 13, 2005. She was born October 7, 1933 in Mystic, Georgia to the late Jesse and Mildred Crowe. She was a retired accountant and a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Marietta.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul David Hobbs.
Surviving are her sons and daughters-in-law, Fred and Patricia Hobbs and Steve and Angie Hobbs, all of Dallas; sisters and brothers-in-law, Annelle Beavers, Lannelle Armand Law and Joann and Bobby Sanders all of Marshallville, Georgia and Jackie and Fred Klein of Perry, Georgia; a brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and June Crowe of Bonaire, Georgia; 8 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held Monday, May 16, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Clark Funeral Home with Reverend Robert Truelove officiating.
Interment followed at 4:30 p.m. in Marshallville City Cemetery in Marshallville, Georgia.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Miss Elizabeth Hogan
 Paulding New Era July 3, 1885   Miss Elizabeth Hogan, about sixty-six years old, sister of Mrs. Emeline Phillips, died last Monday afternoon. Thus two aged sisters died within less than twelve hours of each other.

Mr. James Hogan
 Paulding New Era May 28, 1886   Mr. James Hogan, an old and highly respected citizen of Paulding county, died from cancer on the 25th inst. He was interred at New Hope on Wednesday with Masonic honors.
June 25, 1886
Dallas Lodge, No 182. F.A.M. June 12, 1886.  To the W. Master and Brothers of the craft.  Your committee appointed on the 25th of May last to prepare a suitable memorial on the life and character of our deceased brother James Hogan, who departed this life on the 26th ult., of our Lodge, beg leave to present the following reports.  Another one of our Brotherhood is dead.  Once more the Masonic robes have given place to the winding sheet and the pale habiliments of the grave.  From this vigilant and active earthly Lodge, one more brother's body has gone down to the dismal confines of the narrow house, and his spirit from rendering service in this our earthly Lodge has gone to the celestial Lodge above to receive his reward from the great master of the universe.  Brother James Hogan is no more, yet in our memories he still has an abiding place, and in this Lodge where all of his active labors were performed we come to offer to his memory the sincere tribute of brotherly love and esteem, and let it go down to the craft who may come after us along with the  record he has made form himself and our order.  
He was born in Union county, S.C., and made this county his home by adoption several years before the late war, and many years ago was here made a mason.  He had two wives to precede him to that land from whence no traveler has ever returned.  His last wife survives him, together with several children, to mourn his loss.  He was near seventy-three years of age at the time of his death and was also a consistent member of the M.E. church, where he was a devoted member and brother.  In his death we are reminded that the individual members of our craft may die, but that the tenets of our order still live.  Many who witnessed his first work as a Mason have gone like him to the celestial Lodge above, but still the principles he and they loved so well are practiced by us and a host of our fellow men all over the inhabited globe; and we hope will be as long as one worthy man can be found in search of light.
 Our brother was laid to rest with Masonic honors at New Hope church, on the 26th day of May, 1886, at his own desire and request; and , in conclusion, we can only point to him with pride as a model for the imitation of the younger members of the craft.  Resolved, that in the death of Brother James Hogan this lodge has lost a shining mark, the church a devoted Christian, and our state and county an honest citizen.  Resolved further, that this report be entered upon the minutes of this lodge.  Respectfully Submitted, J.M. Spinks, J.R. Moon, W.I. Fain.
June 26, 1886
(L.L. Vernon to probate the will of James Hogan)

Dr. W.L. Hogue
September 7, 1880 - January 19, 1954   The friends and relatives of Dr. and Mrs. W.L. Hogue, Mr. and Mrs. Marchman Boyd, all of Villa Rica; Mr. and Mrs. Henry T. Torck of Columbia, S.C., Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Hogue of Carrollton, and six grandchildren are invited to attend the funeral of Dr. W.L. Hogue Wednesday, Jan. 20, at 2:30 p.m. at Draketown Baptist Church with Rev. John S. Smith Jr. officiating assisted by Rev. A.C. Hackins. Interment, church cemetery.
The remains will be placed in state at the church from 1:30 until the funeral hour.
Pallbearers: Messrs. Bill Wood, Lovie Hogue, H.G. Cole, Jr., Curtis Lane, Hubert Hogue and Hugh Crowley. Members of the Carroll, Douglas and Haralson medical association, Dr. E.P. and Dr. Earl Candler are honorary pallbearers and will please meet at the Jones Funeral Home at 1 p.m. Jones Funeral Home, Villa Rica, Ga.

Mr. William S. Hogue
 
Paulding New Era 6 Mar 1884  Death of an Old Citizen. 
It is with regret that we are called upon to chronicle the death of one of Paulding’s oldest and most honored citizens, Mr. William S. Hogue, which occurred at his residence, Tuesday, the 26th, resulting from pneumonia. He was about eight-five years of age and was one of the first settlers of Paulding County. In his younger days he was honored by his people with the office of sheriff, having been the first Sheriff ever elected in the county. Afterwards he was County Surveyor for many years. Paulding County then embraced a good deal of the territory belonging to Polk and Haralson counties and the county site was at Van Wert. He was for many years a consistent member of the Primitive Baptist church, and died in the triumph of the Faith.

Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Holcombe's infant
 Paulding New Era October 1, 1886   Died. Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Holcombe's infant child died last Wednesday, and was buried at the town cemetery Thursday evening. (Haralson Banner)

Mrs. Reuben Holcombe
 Paulding New Era October 7, 1887   Died. Mrs. Reuben Holcombe, sister of Messrs. Seab. and Robt. Reed, died at her home, near Mr. John W. Miller's, Tuesday morning last. Mrs. Holcombe had been confined to her bed for more than two months. (Haralson Banner)

Mr. Horace Olen Holdridge
Died May 8, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, May 12, 2005  Mr. Horace Olen Holdridge Passes May 8
Mr. Horace Olen Holdridge, age 76, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2005. He was born May 8, 1929 in Carroll County, to the late Herbert and Cora King Holdridge. He retired as a inspector with General Motors after 35 years of service and was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Holdridge was also a member of Cochran Ridge Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Marilyn Head Holdridge.
Surviving are his daughters and sons-in-law, Denise and Curtis Hancock of Dallas, Rene and Greg Dollar of Powder Springs and Patti and Phillip Kirby of Dallas; a sister and brother-in-law, Sara Nell and Bradley Milam of Carrollton; eight grandchildren; special friend, Pauline Brown of Buchanan.
Funeral Services were held Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at 2:00 pm from Clark Funeral Home with Rev. Glenn Townsend and Rev. Ricky Eaves officiating.
Interment followed in Paulding Memorial Gardens with Steve Enloe, Clint Kirby, Dick Mooneyham, Charlie Kirby, Gordon Kirby, and Dwayne Hewett serving as pallbearers.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Holland
 Paulding New Era 23 Aug 1883   
Mrs. Holland, wife of Mr. Wash Holland, after a long protracted illness, died last Monday at the residence of her father, Rev. Burell Camp, of this county. She was buried at High Schoal church.

William Holland
 Paulding New Era April 2, 1886   William, the twenty-year old son of Mr. W.E. Holland, died at his father's residence, about five miles north-west of Dallas, last Thursday night week, of pneumonia.
William Holland, age 21, died last Thursday.

Mamie Hope
 Paulding New Era 20 Sept 1883  The Era is pained to learn that little Mamie, aged 1 year 2 mo and 10 days, infant daughter of Mr. R.M. and Mrs. S.O. Hope, of Rockmart, is no more in this life. The death scene is said to have been very affecting. Little Mamie, awakened back to human consciousness by the deep agonizing sobs of a heart broken mother, threw her child arms about her mothers neck, and implanting a last kiss upon her trembling lips, breathed her life out sweetly there. We have not the space for the obituary in full and must be content with this notice, and offer our sympathies to the bereaved father and mother in this, their sorrow.

Mrs. “Paula” Lindsey Hope
February 18, 1949 - August 13, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, August 19, 2004 Mrs. Milna Paulette “Paula” Lindsey Hope passed away Friday, August 13, 2004. She was born February 18, 1949, the daughter of Raymond and Margie Alley Lindsey. Her beauty radiated from the inside out and her bright smile could light up a room. Her children and loved ones will miss her dearly.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Gage Patrick Lindsey.
Surviving are her two daughters, Bridgette Spence of Douglasville and Lindsey Barrett of Dallas; two sons, Eddie Clark of Temple and Chris Hope of Knoxville, Tennessee; her parents, Raymond and Margie Lindsey of Hiram; brother and sister-in-law, Darwin and Jeannie Lindsey of Lawrenceville; grandmother, Maggie Alley of Hiram; 13 grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services were conducted on Monday, August 16, 2004 at Bellamy Funeral Home with Reverend Marty Barrett officiating.
Interment followed at Mt. Zion Church Cemetery.
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond’s glint on snow,
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die.

The twin infants of Mr. and Mrs. F.W. Horn
 Paulding New Era November 26, 1886   Died. The twin infants of Mr. and Mrs. F.W. Horn, of Broken Arrow, died last week. (Cedartown Advertiser)

Wiley J. House
Died April 8, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, April 14, 2005  Wiley J. House Passes Away April 8, 2005
Mr. Wiley J. House, age 89, of Powder Springs, died Friday, April 8, 2005. Born in Neshoba County, Mississippi, he was the son of the late Robert Henry and Susan Snowden House. He worked for Lockheed in Air Craft Quality Control. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder Day Saints.
She is survived by his daughters, Nancy and Gary Futral of Acworth, Cheryl and Reid Simmons of Hiram and Carole Centracchio of Oak Brooke, Illinois; his sister, Sue Wolverton of House, Mississippi; 19 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held on Monday, April 11, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Interment followed in Powder Springs Memorial Gardens.
Bellamy Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
(Transcribed as published).

S.W. Howard
 Paulding New Era November 1, 1889   Died. At Rest. Dallas, Ga. Oct the 25th , 1889. Whereas in the dispensation of providence, it has pleased the Great Architect of the universe to remove from our midst our beloved brother S.W. Howard who sudden death has cast a gloom over family and friends, and left an aching void that cannot be filled; therefore be it resolved that in his death that Dallas Lodge No. 182 F. and A.M. of which he was a most exemplary member has lost one of it's brightest jewels, the state a patriotic citizen, the community a cherished model, his family a kind and loving companion and guardian. That while we point with pride and pleasure to his character as a mason, we take greater consolation in contemplating a character absolutely void of odence(?). We hold it up as being in many respect, well worthy of imitation by the fraternity he honored and adored…

Mr. Ben Howell
 Paulding New Era July 10, 1891   Died. Mr. Ben Howell, who would have been 20 years of age the 5th day of next November, departed this life on the 18th of last June, and was laid to rest in Mt. Olivet cemetery on the following day, after funeral services conducted by J.M. Spinks, many tears of grief and sorrow were shed. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Howell, and was the youngest child of a large family of children. He was like almost the youngest of the family, the pet of the household, but very unlike them in another respect, it had no tendency to elevate him above the balance of the family in his own estimation, but he seemed to understand fully his duty to parents and to the brothers and only sister. He was large and manly, with a disposition as kind and gentle as a woman. It is now a great source of pleasure and consolation to his bereaved father, that he had never caused him any trouble, but that he had been a dutiful and obedient son. Though young he like many others of the stronger part of God's creation had learned to admire and love one, that was as he thought worthy of his love and young manhood and following that love he had married a lovely wife and all bid fair for a long and happy life and to add to there fond expectations less than a month before his death his home was blessed with a beautiful little girl and no doubt that he thought, that the sunlight of Providence was shedding its brightest rays upon him. But how wonderful are the ways of Providence, they are passed finding out, at an hour when least expected his strong manhood was cut off his life was taken, for the time had came when it should be required of him. Oh, what a loss, who gloom and sorrow it brought the picture is not to be described by pen and paper, even the tongue can't speak the sorrow and woe of the widow's heart, the father's spirit and the mother's soul along can feel how deep the cup of sorrow is. But so it is as long as we journey here below it will be trouble on ever hand, but let those that are cast down with sadness and sorrow raised their eyes to our Father's house…

Mr. Jack Howling
 Paulding New Era October 7, 1887   Died. Mr. Jack Howling, who lives near Bremen, died Monday last of typhoid fever. Mrs. Howling has been confined to her bed for some time, with the same disease, but is some better. (Haralson Banner)

Toni Elizabeth Huddleston
April 6, 1949 – August 1, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, August 5, 2004 Mrs. Toni Elizabeth Huddleston, age 55, of Douglasville (Paulding County), Georgia passed away Sunday, August 1, 2004.
She was born on April 6, 1949 in Atlanta to the late Roy and Lois Jenkins. She owned T.H. Siding and was a member of Ridge Road Baptist Church.
Surviving are her husband, Mr. Lamar Carlton; a son, Joshua Carlton of Douglasville; a brother and sister-in-law, Gene and Susan Jenkins of Dallas; sisters and brothers-in-law, Roylene Bellah of Buford, GA LaRue and James L. Hardeman of Hiram and Jane and Alan Martinez of Palmetto, GA; nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, August 3, 2004 at 2:00 pm from Clark Funeral Home in Hiram with Rev. Dwayne Hewitt and Rev. Wiley Butler officiating.
Interment followed in Peaceful Meadows Memorial Gardens with Sam Jenkins, Dale Hardeman, Grant Hardeman, Edward Carter, Tony Turner and Harvey Riggins, Jr.
Clark Funeral Home in Hiram was in charge of arrangements.

Earnest Hudgins
 Paulding New Era April 29, 1887   Died. We regret to announce the death of Earnest Hudgins aged 7 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Hudgins of this place, last Tuesday night. (Villa Rica Gold Leaf)

Mary Ann Hudgins
Died April 17, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, April 21, 2005  MaryAnn Hudgins Passes April 17, 2005
Mary Ann Hudgins, age 81, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2005. She was born on January 29, 1924 in Lithia Springs to the late George and Emma Shaw. She was retired from Lewis Sales and was of the Baptist Faith.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Hudgins and her sister, Huie Nova Fletcher.
She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Charles Hunt, Andy Hunt, Lewis Brown, Bill Reeves, Wendy Eison, Candy Eison, Crystal Taylor and Heather Poole; several great-nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 4 p.m. at the Clark Funeral Home with Reverends Wayne Landmon and Tim Landmon officiating.
The Interment followed in Melwood Cemetery in Stone Mountain.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Max Wayne Hudgins
Died March 18, 2005 The Dallas New Era Dallas, GA Thursday, March 31, 2005    Services Held for Mr. Max Wayne Hudgins
Mr. Max Wayne Hudgins, age 63, of Carrollton, Georgia, passed away March 18, 2005 at Tanner Health System.
Mr. Hudgins was born March 24, 1941 in Florida, son of James Harold Hudgins and Bonnie Perren Hudgins. He was disabled but at one time had worked for Coca-Cola and was a member of the Baptist Faith.
Survivors include his sister, Mrs. Diane Chandler of Acworth; three brothers, Mr. Robert Hudgins of Acworth, Mr. Kenneth Hudgins of Springfield, Missouri and Mr. Ernest Cannon of San Antonio, Texas; extended family and special friend, Mrs. Elizabeth Steele McDonald; her children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
In addition to his parents, Bonnie and James H. Hudgins, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Mr. Watson Cannon and brother, Mr. Oliver Rock Hudgins.
Funeral Services were held on March 21, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from Benson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Donald J. Rackley officiating. Special musical selections were played.
Interment followed in Concord Baptist Church Cemetery.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Betsy Hudson
 Paulding New Era 21 Feb 1884  Mrs. Wesley Hudson fell dead from her chair last Saturday night. It is not known what was the cause.
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A Sudden Death. Written for the New Era.
Old Aunt Betsy Hudson, the wife of old Uncle Wesley Hudson, on the 16th of this inst.
After eating her supper as heartily as usual, went into the other room and took her seat by the fire and struck her feet out to warm them, and told some of the family to hand her the camphor. The old man reached on the mantle and gave her the camphor bottle. She swallowed a little of it and it seemed to strangle her. The old man turned off to weaken the camphor a little, and she was dead in five minutes.
She was an old mother that everybody liked that was acquainted with her. She had been a consistent and orderly member of the church to something like fifty years, and was a devoted Christian, and while she is dead here and taken from our midst we believe that she is alive spiritually, though we all sympathize with old Uncle Wesley and all the bereaved family.

Paul C. Hudson
Paulding New Era March 6, 1884  
Hudson, Paul C. died in Texas.

Eldred Huff
January 25, 1934 - October 16, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday October 21, 2004   
Services Held For Mr. Eldred Huff Oct. 19
Eldred Huff, age 70, passed through Heaven’s gates on the afternoon of Saturday, October 16, 2004. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on January 25, 1934, to Eulas Virgil and Clifton Cleo Crawford Huff. After losing his father at age 13, Eldred continued in school at Bass High School until he joined the U. S. Navy at age 17. Eldred was proud of the education he gained as a weatherman in the Navy during the Korean conflict and was inspired by that education to pursue a career in engineering. He soon began a career with Southern Bell Telephone Company as a Frameman and quickly rose through the ranks to hold the title of Vice President of Engineering. During his tenure at Southern Bell, Eldred participated in the development of the communications network for the first Shuttle Missions. Following 30 years of service to Southern Bell/AT & T, Eldred retired in 1984. During and following tenure with Southern Bell, Eldred was also involved in many personal and community pursuits. He read books and learned how to build a house, which he did with his family during the 1970’s. He was active in the Masons and ultimately became a Shriner. He was very proud of the work Shriner’s do for sick and injured children and their families and participated as much and for as long as his time allowed. He also became a member of the Buchanan Lions Club, eventually taking the role of President, the Zone Chairman for the area.
One of Eldred’s proudest accomplishments was his participation as a co-founder of Carroll Sav-A-Life, a non-profit crisis pregnancy center in Carrollton, Georgia. He was alarmed by the teenage pregnancy rates in Carrollton, and unlike most of us, chose to do something about it. God has saved countless lives through this organization and it remains a memorial to the fact that few can accomplish much when God is involved. Once he was comfortable that Carroll Sav-A-Life was fully functioning, eldred became involved with the Gideons International, an organization of Christian men who work to place God’s Word in the hands of every person in the world. The membership ultimately elected Eldred as State President of the Georgia Gideons and he served faithfully in the post for three years. During his time with the Gideons, Eldred developed a heart for the people of South America and spent time in Chile and Argentina working to get the Spanish Bible in the hands of the people there. During this time, Eldred was also ordained as a Deacon in the First Baptist Church of Bremen, Georgia as an Elder in the First Presbyterian Church of Villa Rica, Georgia PCA.
Eldred believed in the importance of Christian people getting in volved in their local government. He knew that a Christian nation only remains so when Christian people are willing to get their hands dirty. So, a member of the Haralson County GOP, Eldred once more did more than complain about the system. He stepped up and tried to do something about it. He served as a census-taker, was a member of the Board of Equalization, and worked as Haralson County Registrar.
He was not always popular, but he did always do what he felt was best for the county. In the mid-1990’s, Eldred developed the symptoms of advanced Parkinson’s disease. Though the disease made it difficult for Eldred to move quickly, he never failed in his desire to work. He worked on computers as long as he was able and continued trying to design and build things that he felt family would enjoy and appreciate. His greatest joy was socializing with friends and his church family at Midway Macedonia Baptist Church in Villa Rica, Georgia, where he attended with his wife, Sarah; his daughter, Melanie Capes; son-in-law, Randy Capes and granddaughter, Maycie Capes.
On March 27, 2004, Eldred fell at home and broke his hip. Following surgery and rehabilitation, he fell again and broke his leg. He suffered a steady decline following this last surgery and was very unhappy about his circumstances. On October 15, 2004, Eldred’s family agreed that it was best for Eldred to be at home during his final fays. Unfortunately, for his family, those days were fewer than expected. When Eldred passed away shortly after three o’clock in the afternoon on October 16, he knew he was home and in the care of people who loved him. He went peacefully with his wife and daughter holding on of his hands, and Jesus holding the other.
In addition to the family members listed earlier, Eldred also leaves behind the following closest family members; Daughter, Rhonda Schafer, and her husband Ron, and grandchildren Nicholas, Scott, and Ethan (Florida); Son Ken Huff and his wife Tanya, and grandchildren, Christina, Samantha, and Emerson (North Carolina); Step-son Chris Rogers an his wife, Elaine (Douglasville); Step-granddaughter, Lindsey Capes Varnado and her husband Scott (Germany); Two brothers, E. V. Huff, Jr. and his wife Lil, as well as Jack Huff and his wife Sandra, along with several nieces and nephews, also survive Eldred.
The Funeral Services were held Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at Benson Funeral Home in Dallas, Georgia at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Todd Wright officiating.
Interment followed in Peaceful Meadows Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers were Roy Abercrombie, Rex Pointer, Mark Wilson, Don Wilson, Mark Dorough, and Ricky Foster.
Benson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Martha M. Long Hughes
Died May 1, 2005 The Dallas New Era Thursday, May 5, 2005  Martha M. Long Hughes Passes May 1, 2005
Martha Mildred Long Hughes, age 72 of Powder Springs, Georgia died May 1, 2005. Born in Putnam County, she was the daughter of the late Solon Sherwood and Nellie Mae Welch Long. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Powder Springs.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lynn and Jerry Gilgan of Douglasville; her sons and daughters-in-law, Steve and Pat Hughes of Dallas, Jeff Hughes of Powder Springs and Bill and Karen Hughes of Woodstock; sisters, Lucy McCravy of Temple and Betty Booker of Powder Springs; brother, Sherwood Long of Forest Park; 7 grandchildren, Jessica, Emily and Joseph Gilgan, all of Douglasville, Lindsey Hughes of Dallas and Mason, Logan and Abigail Hughes , all of Woodstock.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Bellamy Funeral Home.
Interment followed at Powder Springs Memorial Gardens.
Bellamy Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Joseph Hulsey
 Paulding New Era November 27, 1885   (Joseph Hulsey was shot by a man named Campbell in Bridges Photograph Gallery located in Rockmart. He was wounded in the ribs and later died.)

Mr. Herbert L. Hunnicut
September 6, 1942 – August 5, 2004
Published in The Dallas New Era, Thursday, August 12, 2004 Mr. Herbert L. Hunnicut, age 61, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away August 5, 2004 at his residence.
Mr. Hunnicut was born September 6, 1942 in Marietta, Georgia, son of the late Clinton L. and Hazel (Winters) Hunnicut. He was self-employed as a housing contractor and was a member of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his wife, Vivien Hunnicut of Dallas; two daughters, Sonya Moss of Villa Rica and Karin Yates of Woodstock; one son, Ed Hunnicut of Marietta; two grandsons, Michael Hunnicut and Karen Yates; three granddaughters, Madison Yates, Hailey Hunnicut and Brianna Moss; one sister, Leatha Bradford of Youngstown, Ohio; one brother, Anthony Cheshire of Youngstown, Ohio; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were conducted on Monday, August 9, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Rev. Raymond Boatwright officiating. A eulogy was given by Dave and Darlene Whitmore. Special music was rendered by Jeff Eberhart and Becky Bearden.
Arrangements by Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home

Mrs. Ella Hunt
 The Paulding New Era Dallas, Georgia 16 Jan 1885  It becomes my painful duty to chronicle the death of one who was dearly beloved by us all and by all who knew her, for she was worthy. Mrs. Ella Hunt, wife of Mr. Henry Hunt, departed this life Wednesday morning at 4 o’clock, January 7th, 1885. She was well until about one hour before her death. The cause of her death was heart disease. She was highly respected and early beloved by her church and all who knew her, for her noble qualities and Christian virtues secured her many friends who now mourn her absence. She joined the Missionary Baptist church at Powder Springs about seven years ago.
She was twenty-nine years of age when she died. She was married to Mr. Henry Hunt about one year ago. Those who knew her never heard her speak ill of any person. She seemed to love everybody, and was so good that the Lord had need for her. She was naturally timid in disposition and was surely loved by all people. A Friend, Hiram, Ga., Jan 12, ’85.

Joseph E. Hunt
 The Atlanta Constitution Newspaper Atlanta, Georgia 20 Nov 1913     Hiram, Ga.
November 10. Joseph E. Hunt died at his home near here yesterday after a long illness resulting from a stroke of paralysis. Mr. Hunt was about 70 years old and had been a resident of Paulding county for over fifty years. He leaves a wife and four daughters: Mrs. J.E Bodenhamer, Decatur, Ga.; Mrs. T.H. Kendall, Miss Blanche Hunt and Miss Claude Hunt; of this place. Interment took place today at Flint Hill Cemetery.

Hurshaw
 Paulding New Era September 23, 1887   Died. An old colored woman by the name of Hurshaw died in Dallas Tuesday.

Rev. Melvin Hutchens
Died April 16, 2005 The Dallas New Era, Dallas Ga. Thursday, April 28, 2005  Rev. Melvin Hutchens Passes April 16, 2005
Reverend Melvin Hutchens, age 72, of Dallas, Georgia died April 16, 2005 at WellStar Cobb Hospital. He was born on May 2, 1932 in Bartow County, Georgia, the son of the late Alfred and the late Katie Hutchens. He was Pastor of The House of Prayer Church; he had also been a heavy equipment operator.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann Long Hutchens, who passed away in 1995; daughter, Wanda English in 1994; grandson, Shad English, 2002; brothers, Hubert and Herman Hutchens and sister, Eller Crawford.
He is survived by his daughters, Carol Cochran and Destinee Hutchens, both of Dallas, Charlotte Hutchens and Vickey Aiken both of Villa Rica; brothers, William Hutchens of Powder Springs and Buddy Hutchins of Dallas; sisters, Frances Whitley of Tennessee, Clara Belle Hyatt and Delia Gowder, both of Dallas; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home with Reverend Wayne Landmon officiating. Music was rendered by Caroline Carver and Linda Bailey.
Interment followed at Paulding Memorial Gardens with Danny Wade, Troy Bailey, Derek Bailey, David Crankshaw, Justin Crankshaw and Lance Dilbeck serving as pallbearers.
Jeff Eberhart Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Janie Lou Hyde
December 7, 1921 - October 23, 2004
The Dallas New Era Thursday October 28, 2004   
Janie Lou Hyde Passes Away Oct. 23, 1004
Janie Lou Hyde, age 82, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2004. She was born on December 7, 1921 in Paulding County to the late Joseph and Lula Mae Gamel. She was a homemaker and a member of New Liberty Baptist Church.
Surviving are her daughter, Patricia Marjean Martin of Hiram; a sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Lewis Gilreath of Dallas; grandchildren, Matthew Ross and Patricia Martin; great-grandchildren, Cody and Jessica ross and Keli Freeman.
Funeral Services were held on Monday, October 25, 2004 at 11 a.m. from New Liberty Baptist church with Reverends Marion Longshore and Billy Swift officiating.
The interment followed in the Church Cemetery.
Clark Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

 

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