HAMILTON COUNTY
Stacey Barrow
Stacey Nicole Barrow, 31, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, May 7, 2010, in a local hospital.
Funeral: today at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Alfred Johnson officiating.
Burial: Greenwood Cemetery.
Mary Benning
Mary Elizabeth "Skeet" Benning, 86, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, May 7, 2010, in a local hospital.
She was a member of Miracle Missionary Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Rufus Benning Sr.; grandsons, Randall "Yogi" Hamler, Michael Benning and Terrance Patton; sister, Dorothy Smith; four sisters-in-law; and one brother-in-law.
Survivors: devoted children, Rufus (Annie) Benning Jr., Larry Benning (Sandra Tremble), Mahood Abdullah, Brenda and Linda Benning and Dewayne (Shon) Benning, all of Chattanooga; devoted granddaughter, India (Courtney) Robinson; and 15 other grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; brother, Stanley Turner, of Chattanooga; daughter-in-law, Phyllis Benning; several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral: Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Darryl Smith officiating.
Burial: Monday at 11 a.m. in Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Visitation: today from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Ryder Brown
Ryder Brown, infant son of Jennifer Bruce and Christopher Brown, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2010.
Personal and professional services entrusted to Franklin-Strickland Funeral Directors. 1724 McCallie Ave.
Marie Fleming
Marie Jeanette Williams Fleming, 94, of Spartanburg, S.C., passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2010, in Chattanooga.
She was born Dec. 15, 1915, in Rutherfordton, N.C., the daughter of the late James Knox and Frances Candace McMillan Williams. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cranford Harold Fleming; and her son, Dr. Harold E. Fleming Sr.
After graduating from Holly Springs High School, Marie attended Asheville Normal Teacher's College in Asheville, N.C. She was a member of Second Presbyterian Church of Spartanburg for more than 70 years.
Marie Williams Fleming was the epitome of a beautiful Southern lady with all the charm that embodies. Her vivacious, creative spirit, quick wit, zeal for life, and love of people made indelible impacts on every life she touched. Her passions for cooking and gardening, especially irises, were prevalent throughout her home and yard. Helping and giving to others were her greatest joy. Her boundless love of God, her family, and her friends were the essence of her being.
Marie is survived by her daughter, Candace Marie Fleming Chazen (Robert Sr.) of Lookout Mountain; her daughter-in-law, Elizabeth B. Fleming, of Spartanburg, S.C.; nine grandchildren, Dr. H.E. Fleming, Jr. (Andrea), of Palo Alto, Calif., Dr. Nicholas F. Fleming (Lisa), of Spartanburg, S.C.; Dr. Elizabeth A. Fleming, of Spartanburg, S.C.; Melissa Jo Fleming, of New York, N.Y.; Dr. Russell C. Dreyer (Brandye), of Seymour, Tenn.; Kendall H. Dreyer, of Chattanooga; Theodore H. Dreyer (Christina) of Chattanooga, J. Daniel Dreyer (Melody) of Richmond, Va., and Robert G. Chazen Jr., of Lookout Mountain; 14 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 2-2:45 p.m. today, May 15, 2010, at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel.
Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. at the Chapel with the Rev. Steven H. Rhodes officiating.
Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorials may be made to the Harold E. Fleming Chair of Philosophy, Converse College, 580 East Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29302; or to Second Presbyterian Church, 438 North Church St., Spartanburg, SC 29303.
An online guest register is available at www.floydmortuary.com.
Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel, Spartanburg, S.C.
Local arrangements are by Heritage Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 7454 East Brainerd Road.
Rachel Gossett
Rachel Gossett, 67, of Hixson, died Thursday, May 13, 2010.
Rachel was a nurse for several years. Preceding her in death were parents, James and Lillie Freeman; and brother, Newell Freemen.
Survivors include three daughters, April (Jim) Hinson, Hixson, Valerie Edge, Chattanooga, Lillie Ruth Deolski, Missouri; two sons, Billy and Rickey Gossett, both of Chattanooga; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Buddy Freeman, Pikeville; several nieces and nephews.
Services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. CDT in the funeral home chapel.
Burial in Freeman Family Cemetery.
Online condolences can be made at www.reedfamilyfh.com.
Visitation today noon-9 p.m. CDT.
Arrangements by Putnam-Reed Funeral Home, Highway 127 South, Pikeville.
Richard Howard
Richard Allen Howard, 61, lifelong resident of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2010.
Visitation is 3-6:30 p.m. Sunday with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. at Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace.
Visit www.lanefh.com to share condolences.
A funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. Monday at St. Jude Catholic Church with Father Charlie Burton officiating.
Loyd Kelley
Loyd Charles Kelley, 84, of Lookout Valley, passed away on Friday, May 14, 2010, with his family at his side.
He was a retiree from Dixie Yarns and spent his years fishing, gardening and enjoying the company of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda Tucker Kelley; daughters, Aliene Hall, Laney Grice (Mike), Connie Mullins Tyndall (Ronald), Kathy Mullins Harris (Lonnie), Pamela Upchurch. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, David McGill (Melissa), Lena Justice (John), Heather Tyndall Reed, Jeremy Tyndall (Sarah), Cody Pell, Mallory Pell and William Lambert. He is survived by five great-grandchildren, Austin McGill, Elliott Justice, Dixie Reed, Addie Reed and Ashlyn Tyndall.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Arrangements are by Wann Funeral Home.
Bea Marshall
Beatrice "Bea" Heidt Marshall, 96, of Chattanooga, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, May 14, 2010.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the North Chapel.
Graveside services for Bea will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
The complete obituary will follow in Sunday's newspaper.
Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist.
Jere Martin
Jere Earl Martin died Wednesday, May 12, 2010. He was 80.
Jere was born and raised in Chattanooga.
Mr. Martin was a member of St. John United Methodist Church. A Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, he was a veteran of the Korean War. Jere was a graduate of Chattanooga High School (Class of 1947), the University of Chattanooga and a retired employee (34 years) of General Motors Acceptance Corporation.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Rosellen; a son, Andy Martin and wife, Kari, of Chattanooga; a daughter, Melissa "Missy" Morgan, of Nashville; two grandsons, Justin and Tyler Morgan; and two granddaughters, Morgan and Campbell Martin.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at St. John United Methodist Church on Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Sherry Boles officiating and the Rev. Dallas Beck assisting.
Visitation will be today, May 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John United Methodist Church (3921 Murray Hills Road, Chattanooga, TN 37416), The Smile Train (www.smiletrain.org), or the charity of choice.
Please share your thoughts and condolences at www.mem.com.
Arrangements are by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist. 404 S. Moore Road.
Ruby Martin
Ruby Lee Martin, 76, of Chattanooga, Hamilton County, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2010
The funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday, May 16, 2010, at Knox Chapel Baptist Church, 679 Knox Chapel Road, SW Social Circle, Ga.
Levett Funeral Home, Conyers, Ga. 770-483-9885.
Florence McClure
Florence Margaret McClure, 86, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2010, at a local nursing home.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today at the South Crest Chapel.
Burial will follow at Forest Hills Cemetery.
Visit www.lane-southcrestchapel.com to send condolences.
Arrangements are by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, Rossville.
Arles Miller
Arles A. Miller, of Athens, Tenn., died Thursday, May 13, 2010, at his daughter's home in Brayton, Tenn.
He was born Jan. 18, 1918, and his childhood home was on Signal Mountain. After graduating from Central High in 1937, he was employed at Davenport Hosiery Mill for 20 years. For many years he owned and operated Mile Straight Amoco. Then he owned the Daisy Exxon. After living in Soddy-Daisy for almost 50 years, he moved to Athens, Tenn., in 1997. He attended Decatur Seventh-day Adventist Church.
In the 1950s he, along with his wife, Billie (the pianist), Clarence Hall, Lorene Varner and Will Bowers, made up the gospel quartet known as "the Friendly Five."
Preceding him in death were his parents, Joe and Ina Miller; brothers, Argyl and Amos; and sister, Claytie Motley.
Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Billie Ruth; son, Ivan; daughters, Ina Carol Ring and Grace Arlene Knowles; sister, Pauline Dawson; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held Sunday at 6 p.m. in the North Chapel with Dr. Walter Ring and Pastor Wayne Coulter officiating.
Burial will be at Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 2-6 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.mem.com.
Arrangements are by Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson.
Jerome Montgomery Sr.
Jerome Montgomery Sr. departed this life on Monday, May 10, 2010.
He was a 1990 graduate of Kirkman Technical High School. He worked as a caregiver for Rosewood Supportive Services.
He will be remembered by his son, Jerome Jr.; father, Orlando Sr.; sisters, Renita, Catherine, Christine, Clarrissa, Stephanie (Shannon) Tiwonia (Mark) and Edrisha (Alex); brothers, Orlando Jr. (Chanel); Adrian, Brandon and Kempton; a host of other relatives.
Services will be held on Sunday, May 16, 2010, at noon in the Chapel of John P. Franklin Funeral Home with Ray Goins officiating.
The body will lie in state after noon today at John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.
Dot Murray
Dorothy Louise "Weezie" Murray passed away on Thursday, May 13, 2010, at the age of 85.
The funeral Mass will be today at 10 a.m. at St. Jude Catholic Church.
Interment will follow at Chattanooga Memorial Park.
Memorial gifts may be made to the St. Jude Catholic Church building fund or the American Heart Association.
Visit www.lanefh.com to share condolences.
Arrangements are through Lane Funeral Home, Coulter Chapel.
Esther Owen
Esther Riley Owen, 99, died on Wednesday, May 12, 2010, at her home at Alexian Grove.
She was a member of First-Centenary United Methodist Church where she served as Director of Children's Education for many years. After her retirement from that position, she continued to be active in developing means for small groups within the church to develop caring relationships, most recently with Crafty Capers.
She was a graduate of Winthrop College in Rock Hill, S.C., where she majored in piano performance. She continued her love of music all her life and was a longtime member of the MacDowell Club. She also was a member of the North Chattanooga Book Club and served on the Board of the Holston Home.
She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Lucian E. Owen.
She is survived by two daughters, Esther Rosa Macllroy and Christine Knuteson; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, May 17, 2010, in the Kate Lyle West Chapel of First-Centenary United Methodist Church with Dr. David Harr officiating.
The family will receive friends after the service.
Interment will be in Denmark, S.C.
Memorials may be made to First-Centenary UMC, 419 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37402 or the MacDowell Music Club Scholarship Fund, c/o J. Michael King, 2431 Columbine Trail, Chattanooga, TN 37421.
Please share your thoughts and condolences at www.mem.com.
Arrangements are by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, 404 S. Moore Road.
Margaret Russell
Margaret Russell, 91, of Chattanooga, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 14, 2010.
Funeral services are 1 p.m. Monday in the Chapel with Minister J.C. Watkins, with burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Sunday and noon-1 p.m. Monday at Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace.
TENNESSEE
William Bender
CLEVELAND -- William Bruce Bender, 87, of Naples, Fla., and former resident of Cleveland, died Sunday, May 9, 2010.
Survivors include: wife, Janet Bender; sister, Lillian Linn; and brother-in-law, Hal Jones.
A private graveside service was held at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements by Ralph Buckner Funeral Home.
Earl Howell
DAYTON -- Earl Thomas Howell, 69, died Thursday, May 13, 2010, at Rhea Medical Center.
A lifelong resident of Rhea County, he was of the Baptist faith.
He was preceded in death by wife, Margaret Hensley Howell; parents, Lee and Maudie Millsaps Howell; three brothers, Roy, Winfred and William Howell; two sisters, Imogene Hemness and Evelyn Dunn.
Survivors: son, Steve (Sharon) Knox; daughter, Marilyn (Ted) Engel, all of Dayton; three sisters, Mary Davis, Dayton, Thelma Woods, Spring City, Ann Roach, South Carolina; three brothers, Frank and David Howell, Spring City, Ray Howell, Dayton; four grandchildren, Teddy Engel, Seth, Silas and Sophie Knox; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Coulter-Garrison Funeral Home with the Rev. Clyde Fitzgerald officiating.
Burial in Buttram Cemetery.
Visitation noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Adam Hughes
WHITESIDE -- Joseph Adam Hughes, 20, passed away Friday, May 14, 2010.
Funeral services 2 p.m. CDT Sunday, May 16, 2010.
Visitation: today, May 15, from 2 until 8 p.m. CDT.
A complete obituary will appear in Sunday's paper.
Arrangements by Tate Funeral Home, Jasper, 423-942-9500, www.tatefh.com.
Maiylee Milligan
DECATUR -- Maiylee Keyaira Estella Milligan, infant daughter of Jamie Milligan, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2010, at her residence.
A graveside service will be 2 p.m. today at Buttram Cemetery with Greg Rogers officiating.
Services by Coulter-Garrison Funeral Home Inc., Dayton.
Maggie Pruitt
JAMESTOWN -- Maggie Cox Pruitt, 64, formerly of Pikeville, died Wednesday May 12, 2010.
She was of the Baptist faith.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ottis "Bear" Cox; parents, Slem and Helen Selvage; three sisters, Mittilda Selvage, Beverly Sue Selvage and Patricia Ann Selvage; and a brother, Sam Henry Selvage.
She is survived by a sister, Josie (Gordon) Miller, of Crossville; several nieces and nephews and several great-nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be Monday at 2 p.m. CDT in the chapel.
Visitation will begin Sunday 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. CDT.
Online condolences can be made at www.reedfamilyfh.com.
Burial will be in Pikeville Cemetery.
Arrangements by Putnam-Reed Funeral Home, Highway 127 South, Pikeville.
Katherine Stone
ETOWAH -- Katherine Sue Stone, 70, died Thursday, May 13, 2010, at her daughter's residence.
Service 7 p.m. today, May 15, in the South Chapel, with visitation 5 to 7 p.m. prior.
Burial 2 p.m. Sunday, May 16, in Green Hill Cemetery.
Arrangements by Bordwine Funeral Home of Etowah.
Bennie Wallace Sr.
SWEETWATER -- Bennie Lee Wallace Sr., 91, went home to be with Jesus Thursday, May 13, 2010, in the Sweetwater Hospital.
He was the founding president of the East Ridge Band Club in Chattanooga.
Veteran of World War II enlisted Feb. 28, 1941, was in the first invasion in North Africa. He commanded the Guard of Honor for the surrender of enemy forces in his sector. He was involved in the invasion of Sicily at Gelas and took the first group of prisoners. He was involved in the invasion of Sicily the Pal Islands, and Quar and the Ulithie Islands, participated in the invasion of Ihena Islands areas Okiiua the last invasion of the war. He received the following metals good conduct, World War II Victory Metal European Africa Middle East Service Metal with two bronze stars, American service and defense with two bronze star, and the combat infantry badge He was an expert on the MI rifle, carbine 30.50 Marine gun, Thomas submachine gun and 81 MS mortor. He also made first and last invasion.
He was a life member of the Sweetwater Gold Star Post 5156. Ben loved music. He sang in the church choir and the Sweetwater Valley Citizen for the Arts Community Choir for many years. Because of this love he purchased a grand piano for First United Methodist Church of Sweetwater, where he was a member, and he attended the builders Sunday School Class. He retired from the South Central Bell after 33 years of Service.
Ben was a people person, never met a stranger and had a great sense of humor. He loved everyone, especially helping the children and the needed.
Preceded in death by parents, Pearlie and Nancy Stooke Wallace; infant brother, Mack and sister Edith; Brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Dorothy Wallace, James and Myrtle Wallace, A.J. and Ernestine Wallace; and his first wife, Beatrice Cornelison Wallace.
Survivors include second wife, the love of his life for 221/2 years, Anna M. Wallace, Sweetwater; son and daughter-in-law, Benny Lee and Jeanette Wallace Jr., of Greenwich, Conn.; brothers and sister-in-law, Jack and Edith Wallace, of Athens, Dr. Joe and Shirley Wallace, Crossville, Tenn. Special niece and nephews, Nancy and the Rev. Ted Baker, of Sweetwater. Special friend, Jim Shepard, Vicky Burnette and Nancy Marler; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Sunday, May 16, at First United Methodist Church in Sweetwater from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. with a celebration of life service to follow at 5:30 with Rev. Carl Oaks and Rev. Julian Walton officiating.
Interment Monday, May 17, at 10 a.m. in West View Cemetery with full military honors to be provided by Sweetwater VFW Gold Star Post 5156 and members of the Monroe County Disabled American Veterans Chapter 93.
Honorary pallbearers will be the veterans of the VFW Gold Star Post 5156 and the church choir.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Holston United Methodist Home for Children. P.O. Box 188, Greeneville, TN 37744.
www.kykerfuneralhome.com.
Kyker Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
GEORGIA
Doyle Camp
FORT OGLETHORPE -- Doyle Camp, 81, passed away Monday, May 10, 2010, in his home.
He was an active member of Fort Oglethorpe Church of Christ, having served as Teacher, Deacon, Elder, and Secretary/Treasurer. He was a former Mayor of Fort Oglethorpe, a publisher of the Busy Shopper Inc., and also served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was the best husband, father and grandfather anyone could ever have; we will miss him so very much.
Survivors include his wife, Renette Camp; sons and daughter-in-law, Kent Camp and Jeff Camp and Toni Jové; daughter and son-in-law, Andi and Bill Manuel; grandchildren, Morgan Manuel, Liam Manuel and Nathan Jové; brothers and sister-in-law, Harold and Pat Camp and Joe Bates; and several nieces and nephews.
No visitation is scheduled, and burial will be private.
A memorial services will be held 6 p.m. Sunday, May 16, at Fort Oglethorpe Church of Christ with minister C.G. Griffith officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity or church of your choice in memory of Mr. Camp.
We would like to thank our Angels at Hutcheson Hospice for their loving care.
Visit www.lane-southcrestchapel.com to send condolences.
Arrangements are by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, Rossville.
Stephen Campbell
CHICKAMAUGA -- Stephen Raymond Campbell, 63, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2010.
He was a lifelong resident of Chickamauga and a member of Chickamauga First Baptist Church. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War before retiring from Fillauer O&P in 2007. Steve enjoyed working in the garden while being surrounded by his dogs.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Carrie Campbell and Bill and Myrtle Madairs; and his best friend, Bill McCurdy.
Steve is survived by his parents, Raymond and Frances Campbell, of Chickamauga; sister, Kathie and Ray Tinker of Ringgold; nieces, Dina Tinker, Lacey Tinker and Maci, all of Chickamauga; nephew, Greg Tinker; and friend, John Barton.
The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, May 17, in the funeral home chapel with Brother Charles McElhaney officiating.
Interment to follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery.
The family will receive friends after 2 p.m. today, May 15, 2010, all day Sunday and prior to the service Monday.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions to the Hope Lodge, 2008 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37203.
Arrangements by Wilson Funeral Home, J. Avery Bryan Chapel.
Jane Dennard
DALTON -- Jane Raines Dennard, 67, passed away Friday, May 14, 2010, at her residence.
She was the daughter of the late Fred and Edna Anderson Raines and was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Bob Dennard Sr.
Jane was a member of First United Methodist Church of Dalton; was a Grey Lady at Hamilton Medical Center; an active volunteer with the American Cancer Society; and Jane was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Bob Dennard Jr., of Dalton; children, Blake and Christie Dennard, of Chattanooga, Tracy and Linwood Clement, of Dalton; sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn and Dr. Charles Gillespie, of Albany, Ga.; mother-in-law, Helen McCamy Dennard, of Dalton; brother-in-law, Tom Dennard, of Dalton; sister-in-law, Candy Lynville, of Zephyrhills, Fla.; grandchildren, Kaitlind Clement and Leah Clement; nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. from First United Methodist Church of Dalton with Dr. Robin Lindsey officiating.
The family will receive friends in the atrium of the church Sunday from 1 to 2 p.m.
The family asks that flowers please be omitted and memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church of Dalton, P.O. Box 627, Dalton, GA 30722, or to the American Cancer Society, 300 W. Emery St., Suite 106, Dalton, GA 30720.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.lovefuneralhomega.com.
Love Funeral Home, 1402 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton (across from Hamilton Medical Center) is in charge of arrangements.
Paul Dietz
DULUTH -- Commander Paul Truett Dietz passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2010.
Born to John and Joyce Dietz in Ringgold, Ga., on Sept. 26, 1925, Paul attended Mount Berry School and graduated in 1942. While attending Georgia Tech he cut his college career short to enlist in the Navy. The following year he volunteered for flight training and received his wings and commission in 1944. Dietz remained on active duty until 1949, and then returned to Georgia Tech, where he continued his studies until he was recalled to active duty in 1952. In 1959 Paul transferred to the Navy Reserves and continued flying until his retirement in 1971. He truly enjoyed his 24 year naval career, and he also served his country by working for the NPIC and DIA from 1961 until 1982.
Paul Dietz was preceded in death by Evelyn, his wife of 54 years; and sons, John Paul and Mark Stephen.
He is survived by brother, Willis Dietz, of Boynton, Ga.; daughter, Deborah Dietz, of Big Sky, Mont.; son, Michael Dietz, of Duluth, Ga.; daughters, Suzi Dietz, of Harrisburg, Pa.; and Paulette Kachilla, of Cambridge, Ohio; grandchildren include Marie Dietz and Carol Dietz, of Atlanta, Paul Dietz and Evie Dietz, of Manassas, Va., Andrew Kachilla, of Zanesville, Ohio, Emily Kachilla, of Monroe, La., Steven Kachilla, of Cambridge, Ohio, John-Michael Dietz and Truett Dietz, of Duluth, Ga., Jordan Kinder, of Manassas, Va.
Paul will be buried next to Evelyn and John Paul in Arlington National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you simply express your love to your family while you have them.
Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory Duluth Chapel 770-476-2535.
Robert Gross
LaFAYETTE -- Robert Lee Gross, 87, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2010.
Graveside services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at Shadowlawn Cemetery in LaGrange, Ga.
Condolences may be expressed at www.hunterallenmyhand.com.
Visitation at Hunter-Allen-Myhand Funeral Home in LaGrange on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. before the service.
Jimmie Ott
ROSSVILLE -- Jimmie Jane Ott, 79, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2010, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Condolences may be sent to www.lane-southcrestchapel.com.
Funeral services will be held today at 3 p.m. in the South Crest Chapel with Rev. Henry Hampton officiating.
Interment will follow in Lakewood Memory Gardens, South.
Arrangements are by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, Rossville.
ALABAMA
Cecil Loyd Jr.
STEVENSON -- Cecil Cicero "C" Loyd Jr., 85, died Friday, May 14, 2010, at Park Springs Skilled Nursing Facility in Stone Mountain, Ga.
He was the son of the late Cecil C. and Esther Kansas Williams Loyd Sr. born June 22, 1924, in Stevenson. He was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran and graduate of U.S. Navy Electrical School. He was a graduate of UTK. He built and operated the Loyd's Feed Mill, built and managed the Highway 72 West Shopping Center and owned the Piggly Wiggly. He was a past member of Alabama Milk Commission having served for 10 years and owned Loyd's Dairy. He was also a member of Alabama Farmer Federation, VFW Post 10564, Quarterback Club, Stevenson Civic Club, Scottsboro-Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and a member and Deacon of First Baptist Church in Stevenson.
Besides his parents, Cecil was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Annie Ruth Frost Loyd (he died 5 months, 1 hour and 7 minutes after she died); sister, Sandy Loyd Buckner.
He is survived by children, Sharon Loyd, Fannielou (Don) Garner, Cecil C. "Bo Jack" (Karen) Loyd III, all of Georgia; grandchildren, Claudia Garner, Weston Garner, Matt Loyd and Dillon Loyd; brothers, Bo Loyd and Bill Jack Loyd, nieces, nephews and other relatives.
The funeral will be today, May 15, at 2 p.m. CDT at Rudder Funeral Home in Stevenson, Ala., with visitation two hours prior to the service time (noon-2 p.m. CDT).
Interment will be at Stevenson City Cemetery.
Carthell Owens
FYFFE -- Carthell Owens, 76, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2010, at his residence.
Funeral will be 4 p.m. CDT today, May 15, from Blood Covenant Church.
Burial in Kirk Memorial Gardens.
Visitation today from 9 a.m. CDT until 4 p.m. CDT at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.
Kermit Summerford
DAWSON -- Kermit Ray Summerford, 74, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2010, at Trinity Medical Center in Birmingham, Ala.
Funeral will be 2 p.m. CDT today, May 15, from W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.
Burial in Beulah Cemetery.
Family will receive friends starting at 9 a.m. CDT today.