Obituaries from the Wednesday, May 24, 2023 E-Edition
Cindy Boggs
Cindy Boggs, 66, of Calhoun, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023. She was born on Feb. 17, 1957, to the late C.M. Fuller and Geraldine Serritt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Jenny Fuller and JoAnn Fuller; step-father, Carl Serritt; and brother-in-law, Junior Williams.
Cindy is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Jerry Boggs; daughters and sons-in-law, Misty and Jason Blackmon, Miranda and Nathan Serritt; brother and sister-in-law, Eddie and Yvonne Fuller; sister, Deborah Williams; grandchildren, Brandon (Jessi) Blaylock, Riley Blackmon, Addison Serritt, and Landon Serritt; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, May 28, 2023, at 2 p.m. from 158 Heinz Rd. SE Calhoun, GA 30701 with Preston Aker and Keith Talley officiating.
The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Cindy Boggs.
Dimple Bowen
Dimple Louise Taylor Bowen, 81, of Calhoun, died Friday, May 19, 2023, after months of declining health. She was born on April 5, 1942, in Gordon County to the late Grady and Effie Taylor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband in 2010, Homer Howard Bowen.
Dimple was a faithful member of Sugar Valley Old Methodist Church. Prior to retirement, Dimple was employed by Gordon County Training Center, Mohawk, and Aladdin Mills.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Danny (Christine) Bowen and Randy (Kathy) Bowen; brother, Douglas Taylor; grandsons, Terrance Bowen and Johnny Baker; granddaughters, Beth Maddox, Leatte Hardy, and Ariel Silvers; great grandchildren, Brittany McHand, Danielle Hardy, Ryleigh Hardy, Kynslee Silvers, Shyann Maddox, Shala Maddox, Logan Hardy, and Jonathon Marshall; great great granddaughter, Oaklynn Maddox.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 5 – 8 p.m. at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.
The funeral will be conducted on Monday, May 22, 2023, at 1 p.m. from Old Sugar Valley Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery beside her husband. Pallbearers are Scott Miller, Johnny Baker, Hugh Don Wilson, Kenneth Logan, Terrance Bowen, and David Barnette.
To leave condolences and sign the online guest book please go to, www.maxbrannonandsons.com
The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Dimple Louise Taylor Bowen.
Andy Breneman
Anthony Ray “Andy” Breneman, age 52, of Adairsville and formerly of Calhoun, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
Andy was born on Oct. 12, 1970 in Chattanooga, Tenn., son of William Breneman and Sharon Dooley Angland. He was preceded in death by: his step-father, Larry Angland.
Andy was a graduate of Gordon Central High School Class of 1988. In his spare time, Andy enjoyed gardening, golf, Tennessee football and drawing. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them.
Andy is survived by: his father, William Breneman; mother, Sharon Dooley Angland; three sons, Cody Breneman and his wife Casey of Calhoun, Justin Breneman and his wife Jacy of Calhoun, and Trevor Breneman of Cartersville; three grandchildren, Makenzie Breneman, Mary Kate Breneman, and Jace Breneman; and one brother, Chris Breneman of Jasper, Tenn.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 3 – 4 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Home.
A Celebration of the Life of Andy will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 4 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Home.
You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com
Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Anthony Ray “Andy” Breneman.
Catherine Brookshire
Catherine Louise (Bennett) Brookshire, 79, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at AdventHealth Redmond following several years of declining health.
Catherine was born in Gordon County on March 28, 1944, to Marion “Dink” Bennett and Bertha Goss Bennett. She was a lifelong resident of Gordon County, graduated from Calhoun High School in 1962, and was a cosmetologist in her early working career. Later, she worked in several banks and financial institutions. Catherine was an avid bowler and softball player and traveled to many states to participate in tournaments. During her softball pitching career, she had a streak of seven consecutive years without walking a batter. She was also an active and devoted member of American Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary. Catherine was devoted to her family and friends and had a heart for helping others, especially visiting and cooking for people in need.
In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by a daughter, Rhonda Brookshire; four brothers and a sister-in-law, Kenneth and Edith Bennett, J.R. Bennett, Doyle Bennett and Ted Bennett; and one sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn and Otis Hamrick.
Left to cherish her memory is her devoted son and loyal care giver, Keith Brookshire; her loving pet, Thor; one brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Tammy Bennett; three sisters and brother-in-law, Joyce Silvers, Janice and Jimmy Hancock, and Geraldine Bennett. A host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive.
The family received friends on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.
The funeral will be conducted on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 11 a.m. from the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Clifford Fee officiating. Burial will be in Fain Cemetery. Pallbearers are Scott Couch, Harry Wise, Scotty Knight, Dwight Fuller, Todd West, and David Pass. The nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers.
To leave condolences and sign the online guest book please go to, www.maxbrannonandsons.com
The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Catherine Louise (Bennett) Brookshire.
Lamar Clanton
Mr. Homer Lamar Clanton, age 69, of Fairmount, departed this life Sunday evening, May 21, 2023.
Lamar was born Aug. 16, 1953 in Montezuma, Georgia, a son of the late James Edwin “Ed” and Era Belle Hendley Clanton. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Russell Clanton and George Clanton, and a sister, Sue Wilson.
Lamar was a 1970 graduate of Lowndes County High School in Valdosta, Georgia. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was fun loving, caring hardworking, patriotic, honest and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of Fairmount American Legion Post #305.
He is survived by his wife, Louise Mullinax Clanton of Fairmount; children and their spouses, Joshua Clanton of Hawthorn, Fla., Matthew and Kimberly Clanton of Kingsport, Tenn., Casey and Tammy Childers of Jasper, Steven Childers of Jasper, Amanda and Jonathan Long of Talking Rock, Niles Mesnard of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Nicole Rayner of Hawthorn, Fla.; sister, Robbie Corey of Lake Park, Ga.; aunt Ruby Greene of Nashville, Ga.; mother-in-law, Evelyn Mullinax of Fairmount; ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Services to celebrate the life of Mr. Homer Lamar Clanton will be held Thursday evening May 25, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at Ponders Fairmount Chapel with him family and close friends sharing and honoring his life. He will be laid to rest at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton at a later date.
The family will receive friends at Ponders Fairmount Chapel from 5:00 p.m. until 8p.m. Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.pondersfuneralhome.com.
Ponders Fairmount Chapel, 2566 Hwy 411, and Fairmount, Georgia. 706-337-3784.
Carolyn Hogan
Carolyn Lula Bramblett Hogan, 78, of Resaca, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023. She was born on July 17, 1944, to the late William Bill and Beula Churchwell Bramblett. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Jimmy Eugene Hogan and siblings, Bobby Zimmerman and Betty Allen.
Carolyn loved all things western, Mountain Men, gospel music, and singing. She was a member of College Street Church of God.
She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, LuCretia Dykes and Wayne and Selena Champion and Kipp; brother, Wesley Bramblett; sister, Hellon Skelton; grandchildren, Timothy W. Dykes and Tori Adler, Carrie E. Dykes, and Stephen S. Dykes and Chrissy; great grandchildren, Aniyah Dykes and Emmie Dykes.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. at Whitfield Funeral Home and Crematory North Chapel.
The funeral will follow the visitation at 1:00 p.m. from the North Chapel with Rev. Dewayne Smith officiating. Burial will be in Yonah Cemetery. Pallbearers are Timothy Dykes, Wayne Dykes, Kipp Champion, Stephen Dykes, Steve Zimmerman, and Andrew Zimmerman.
To leave condolences and sign the online guest book please go to, www.maxbrannonandsons.com or www.whitfieldfuneralhomes.com
Gloria Holden
Gloria Jean Lambert Holden, 61, of Resaca, died Sunday, May 21, 2023, after months of declining health. She was born on April 3, 1962, in Atlanta to the late Jay and Betty Lambert.
Gloria was a faithful member of South Calhoun Baptist Church. She was employed by AdventHealth EMS and was loved dearly by her work family. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be missed by the ones she loved.
She is survived by her loving husband, Terry Holden; son and daughter-in-law, Bradley (Mackenzie) Patterson; daughter and son-in-law, Shanda (Patrick) Cadden; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jay Will Lambert Jr (Rhonda), Tommy (Barbara) Lambert, and John Lambert; grandchildren, Samuel Patterson, Penelope Patterson, and Eloise Cadden.
The family received friends on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 5 – 8 p.m. at South Calhoun Baptist Church.
The funeral will be conducted on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at South Calhoun Baptist Church with Rev. Jason Pace officiating. The burial will follow in Haven of Rest Memorial Park with Rev. Garry Bowman conducting graveside rites. Pallbearers are Terry Holden, Bradley Patterson, Jay Lambert, Tommy Lambert, John Lambert, Patrick Cadden, Donald Bowen and Samuel Patterson.
Honorary Pallbearers are Advent Health EMS Employees.
In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to South Calhoun building fund in honor of Gloria. 500 Pine St, Calhoun, GA 30701
To leave condolences and sign the online guest book please go to, www.maxbrannonandsons.com
The Brannon and family are honored to serve the family of Gloria Jean Lambert Holden.
Clyde Holt, Jr.
Mr. Clyde Calvin Holt Jr., age 85, of Rome, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at AdventHealth Redmond.
Mr. Holt was born in Rome on March 18, 1938, to the late Clyde Holt Sr. and the late Estes Evans Holt. Mr. Holt was full of life and a hilarious comic. He loved his family and the old oak tree on his farm. He was a beloved father, and a marvelous husband who will be greatly missed. Mr. Holt was a veteran having proudly served in the United States Army until being honorably discharged. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Holt was a truck driver.
Survivors include his wife, Joanne Holt; two sons, Clyde Holt III “Troy”, and David Lee Holt both of Rome; one daughter, Nancy Marie Gates of California; stepchildren, William Romney Land, Melanie Dundena Land, and Timothy Patrick Land; one sister, Linda Sutton of Rome; eight grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren.
To honor his wishes, Mr. Holt was cremated, and a private memorial service will be held on the family farm.
You may leave the family online condolences at www.reynoldsfhrome.com
Reynolds Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Clyde Calvin Holt Jr.
Little Georgina Morales
Little Georgina Morales passed away on Tuesday May 16th, 2023, at Atrium Health Floyd.
Survivors include her parents, Alex and Juana Gonzalez-Cortez; her big sister, Beriana Morales. We love you and you will always be in our hearts.
You may leave the family condolences at www.reynoldsfhrome.com. Please continue to lift the family up in prayer during this time.
Reynolds Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Lydia Shipman
Lydia V. Shipman, 88, of Calhoun, died Saturday, May 20, 2023, after several months of declining health.
She was born on Nov. 11, 1934, in Woodbury, Tenn. to the late Aubrey and Virgie Gilley Bush. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, William Clyde Flippen and late husband, Clinton Clayton Shipman; brother, Carl Bush; sisters and brothers-in-law, Clara Belle (Howard) Simmons, Ina (Dale) Dubois, and Jean (Dillard) Anderson.
Prior to retirement Lydia was employed by Arch City Food Store.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Timothy Flippen, Randall (Stephanie) Flippen, and Morris (Sonya) Flippen; daughter and son-in-law, Yvonne (Marlen) Pressley; grandchildren, Angela (Chris) Dunagan, Christina Lewis, Randy (Tya) Flippen, Jamie (Kevin) Parker, Jimmy (Bri) Pressley, Kimberly (Bobby) Mumm, Donielle (Adam) Sullivan, and Matthew (Traci) Flippen; great grandchildren, Heather Watts, Brandon Watts, Aaliyah Lewis, Austin Sullivan, Chandler Smith, Logan Sullivan, Noah Harris, Spencer Pressley, Jackson Parker, Brayden Sullivan, Ryleigh Flippen, Ethan Flippen, Blake Dunagan, and Gracie Dunagan; great great grandchildren, Amiyah Washington and Alesiah Washington.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 25, 2023, from 12 – 2 p.m. CST at Manchester Funeral Home.
The funeral will follow the visitation at 2 p.m. CST in the Chapel with Rev. Mike Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Gilley Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers are Randall Flippen, Morris Flippen, Randy Flippen, Adam Sullivan, Matt Flippen, and Timothy Flippen.
To leave condolences and sign the online guest book please go to, www.maxbrannonandsons.com or www.manchesterfuneralhome.com.