Jack Durham

Jack Durham, 81, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2014. Jack was the son of the late Judson and Annie Griffin Durham and was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles Durham, Albert Durham and Jerry Durham. He retired from the United States Air force after 21 years of service and was a member of First Baptist Church. Jack also loved to play fast pitch softball. He is survived by his wife, Sachiko Durham, of Dalton; son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Jimmy and Meg Durham, of Chattanooga; daughter and son-in-law, Jo-Ann and Scott Waldrop, of Lawrenceville, Ga.; grandchildren, Joshua Durham, Erica Durham, Emily Durham, Chase Durham, and Rachel Waldrop; nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Hamilton Hospice for their love and care. A private graveside service will be held for Mr. Durham. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday in the atrium of First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 827, Dalton, GA 30722-0827, or RossWoods Adult Day Health, 1402 Walston Ave., Dalton GA 30721. 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.