Obituaries from the Weekend, July 25, 2026 E-Edition

Shaun Farrell

Shaun Corey Farrell, age 48, of Resaca, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026.

Mr. Farrell was born in Gordon County on April 18, 1978 to the late Randall Farrell and Sandra Wilson Farrell. He enjoyed fishing, spending time with his family, drawing, specifically having a talent to draw eyes.

Survivors include his wife, Brandy Bradford Farrell; three sons, Shaun Corey Farrell II, Dakota McGinnis, and Brison McGinnis; one daughter, Emily Farrell; brother, Adam Frank; three grandchildren, Easton Farrell, Daxton McGinnis, and River McGinnis.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 26th from 1 PM until 3 PM at Thomas Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, July 26th, 2026 at 3 PM from the chapel of Thomas Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Chandler Cemetery.

Pallbearers serving include: Dakota McGinnis, Adam Frank, Joey Farrell, Brison McGinnis, Farrell Tate, and Jamie Daniel.

You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Shaun Corey Farrell.

Max Johns

Max Johns, 84, of Resaca, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. He was born on March 23, 1942, to the late Ralph and Loraine Johns. He was preceded in death by his sister, Joan Bright; grandchildren, Ben Burns, Cody Johns, and Brandon Johns; and daughter-in-law, Telitha Johns.

Max was employed at Klopman Mills, Fafnir, and the Dixie Group.

Max is survived by his wife of 40 years, Bobbie Johns; children, Mitchell Johns (Dora), Michael Johns, and Michelle Johns Burns; brothers, Randy Johns and Bill Johns; sisters, Linda Holmes and Judy Stewart; grandchildren, Josh Gregory, Caleb Johns, Brooke Holden, Austin Johns, Ella Johns, Logan Johns, Makala Johns, and Zane Johns; great-grandchildren, Anslee Holden, Summer Gregory, and Easton Holden; and great-great-grandchild, Willow Johns.

A graveside service was held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM from Sugar Valley Church of God Cemetery with Rev. Joey Henderson officiating. Pallbearers are Thomas Johns, Lonnie Walker, Mike Holland, Darrell Pasley, Marshall Brown, and Wade Reece. Tom Pickle and Jerry Hall will serve as honorary pallbearers.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Max Johns.

Jimmie Lumpkin

Jimmie Lou (Baker) Lumpkin, 92, of Calhoun, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. She was born on Oct. 3, 1933, to the late Herbert Eugene and Alice Estelle Baker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Lehron Lumpkin; brother-in-law, Jim Charles; grandchild, Jessica Lucille Lumpkin; and great-grandchild, Skylar Evans.

Jimmie was a member of Fairview Hall Memorial Baptist Church.

Jimmie is survived by her sons, Donnie Lumpkin (Wanda) and Ricky Lumpkin (Lori); sister, Patricia Charles; grandchildren, Charlie Lumpkin (Amber), Brandy Lumpkin, and Joehannah Lee Lumpkin; great-grandchildren, Oliver Lumpkin and Scott Avery Lumpkin; and nieces, Tiffany Johnston (Brian) and Jennifer Maxwell (Josh).

The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM from the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Fain Cemetery.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Jimmie Lou (Baker) Lumpkin.

Daniel Scott

Robert Daniel “Danny” Scott, 70, of Adairsville, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026. He was born on June 17, 1956, to the late Earl and Fannie Scott. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Roy Scott, Houston Scott, and Bo Scott; sister and brother-in-law, Edna and Harlin Dollar.

Danny loved his family and friends dearly. He enjoyed going out to eat and driving his Ford Bronco.
Danny is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Sherrie and Scottie Moore, Robin O’Neal; sisters-in-law, Polly Scott, Barbara Scott, and Nina Scott; grandchildren, Brayden Silvers, Davin O’Neal, Braylee Moore, Caylee O’Neal, Colee Moore, and Harlee O’Neal; great-grandchildren, Braylynn Silvers and Avalynn Parker.

The family will receive friends on Monday, July 27, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Drew Elrod officiating. Burial will follow in Haven of Rest Memorial Park. Pallbearers serving are Brayden Silvers, Scottie Moore, Tim Taylor, Devin Parker, Hershel Tilley, and Kevin Silvers.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Robert Daniel “Danny” Scott.

Michael Thomason

Michael Lynn Thomason, age 66, of Dalton, passed away peacefully at his home on July 20, 2026.
Michael was born in Ringgold, Ga. His love for the beach led him to live in Florida for many years before returning to his North Georgia roots. He was an excellent mechanic who loved fast cars and music. Michael also had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening and the outdoors wherever he lived.

He is survived by his wife, Debra Thomason; son, Curt (Chenoa) Thomason; grandchildren, Andrew (Grace) Thomason, Bethany (Nicholas) Burgess, and Samuel Thomason; siblings, Kim (Winston) Brummett, Darrell Roper, and Dale (Malina) Roper; and his best friend, Michael Trionfo.

Michael was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Betty Jane and Bob Roper; his father, Wilburn Thomason; his sister, Brenda Gilbert; and his brother, Donnie Thomason.

A memorial service to honor the life of Michael Thomason will be announced by the family at a later time. The family would like to send a special thank you to nurse Megan and the wonderful staff at Sacred Journey Hospice for their compassionate care.

Care of Michael has been entrusted to In Their Honor Funeral and Cremation Providers.

Ronny Yancey

Ronny Yancey, age 88 of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Ronny was born on Oct. 7, 1937 in Bartow County, son of the late Walter Lee “Jack” Yancey and Effie Bell McMillan. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two daughters, Deborah Day and Donna Heath.

Ronny was a member of White Methodist Church.

Ronny is survived by: his wife, Sara Cornwell Yancey; son, Craig Yancey; three grandchildren, Austin Heath, Bret Bramlett, and Stormy Day; five great-grandchildren; and his sister, Hazel Louise Lee.
The family received friends on Friday, July 24, 2026 from 6 PM until 8 PM at Thomas Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 2 PM from the Chapel of Thomas Funeral Home with Reverend Andrew Stone officiating. Burial will follow in White City Cemetery.

You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Ronny Yancey.