Carolyn Dolores “Tootsie” Kuritz, 76, of LaFayette passed away on Monday April 29th surrounded by her loved ones. Tootsie was the second youngest of six children born to the late Robert and Della Hilburn. Tootsie was a well-known hairstylist for over 50 years. She was preceded in death her husband, Drew Kuritz; brother, Ross Lee Hilburn; sister, Lillie Mae (John) Smith; brother in law, Arville Drennan; son in law, Sammy Ramker; best friends, Judy Lemons and Linda...

Robert “Bob” Long, a Vietnam veteran of the US Army and longtime resident of North Georgia, passed away on April 28,2024, surrounded by family.   He was born on October 24, 1946 to Robert and Mary Lou Long in Rainsville, Alabama.  He graduated from Fyfe High School in 1965. After his return from Vietnam he met his lovely wife, Ginger, whom he was married to for 54 years.   He started his career in management at Zayre’s followed by starting Long...

Lori Elizabeth Knight Kennedy was born August 17, 1970 in Dallas, TX.  She gave her life to Jesus Christ and was baptized September 14, 1980 at Park Cities Baptist Church, where she remained active throughout her school years.  She graduated from Lake Highlands High School in 1988 and went on to earn Bachelors and Masters degrees in science in Speech and Language Disorders from Texas Tech University with research in pediatric autism.  Lori was also a member of Pi Beta Phi...

Dorothy “Dot” Rogers Sizemore, born on July 27, 1934 and passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024. Dot was born to Siamon and Lizzie Rogers, embarked on her journey through life with a heart brimming with love and kindness. On August 27, 1957, she joined hands in marriage with Douglas R. Sizemore, beginning a shared adventure that spanned decades. Dot's life was a testament to love and generosity, evident in her devotion to family and her boundless hospitality. She was...

Hugh Lamont “Monty” Chancey, 56, of Ringgold GA passed away on April 23, 2024 . He is survived by Karen Chancey, his devoted wife of 25 years. He is survived by his mother, Marie, and brother and sister-in-law, Jony and Christina Chancey. He is also survived by several Aunts, Uncles, nieces and nephews, Cadence and Kynlee Jumper, Sarah (Chancey), Melissa, Andy, Hayden, Harrison (Spence), Amy, Nate, Will, Anna, Benjamin (Bechtol), Shelley, Michael, Ryker (Hayes), and Sheila, Ryan,...

Sharron Wallace Will Be Remembered For Her Love For Her Family and God Sharron Wallace, aged 71, passed away on April 21, 2024, in Rossville, Georgia. She was born on October 11, 1952, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to the late Bernard and Evelyn Clinton. Sharron met her husband David Wallace in Chattanooga and they were married for 54 years. Sharron was a devoted mother and loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. One of her favorite pastimes was watching...

Kimberly “Kim” Renee Erwin passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Fort Worth, Texas, however, has been a resident in Catoosa County for over 50 years. After graduating in 1981, from Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe High School, Kim went on to earn her specialist degree in early childhood education. She dedicated 28 years of her life to serving others within the community, pouring her heart and soul into developing the minds of her staff...

Nina Louise Hughes, 93, of Rossville went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Saturday, April 20th, 2024. Nina was born October 29, 1930 on Sand Mountain, Al to the late Thomas Arnold Stallings and Gazzie Lea Stallings. Nina was a lifelong resident of the North Georgia area. She was saved at Mount Olive Church of Rossville. She was a proud charter member of Bible Baptist Church. She retired from Standard Coosa Thatcher/ Coats America where she worked for many years as a yarn...

James “Jimmy” Edward Cain, 81, of Ringgold went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy was born on October 21, 1942 in Ringgold, Georgia to the late Georgia Mae Dinsmore and William Franklin “Billy” Cain. He owned and operated Cain’s Wrecker Service for many years during which time he helped so many people in need. At present Jimmy was the longest tenured member at Catoosa Baptist Tabernacle where he loved...

Took her heavenly flight home to meet her Lord and Savior on Tuesday April 16, 2024. She was born October 20th, 1930 at Victoria Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her Father and Mother William Richard and Lila Rose Craft Ruth, a Brother Harold Richard and Bertha Sue Layne Ruth, a Sister Geneva May Ruth and Franklin “Bud” Delashmitt, a Son Sergeant Major Richard Louis Knox, a Nephew and Two Nieces. She is survived by her Husband Wayne L. Harris of  50 Years, his two...