Obituaries
Calhoun, GA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Calhoun, GA, Gordon County & Surrounding Areas
Aaron Arthur Timms
Apr 10, 2026
Aaron Arthur Timms, 81, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born in Calhoun, Georgia July 7, 1944, to the late Rev. J. Arthur and Beulah Shepherd Timms. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Lucille Hall, J.W. (Thelma) Timms, Herman (Carolyn) Timms, Herbert Timms, Betty (Charlie) Burton,...
Sue Ellen Bryant
Apr 11, 2026
Sue Ellen Bryant, 67, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born in Rome, Georgia, on April 24, 1958, to the late Merlin and Eloise Mills. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Mitchell Evans.
She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Doug Bryant; son, Ben Parker (Chelsea...
Russell Allen Zabel
Feb 10, 2026
Russell Allen Zabel, 52, of Omro, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in Gordon County, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his father, Virgil Zabel; brother, Lyle Zabel; stepsister, Sherry Smoody.
He is survived by his husband, Randy Ehrke; mother, JoAnn (Leonard) Smoody; step-daughters, Atlea Ehrke and Evelyn Ehrke; sisters, Penny Jo Janke, Deborah (Alan) Manteufel; sister-in-law, Lydia...
David E. Adams
Mar 15, 2026
David Eugene Adams passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loving wife, children, and grandgirls, who never left his side in his final days.
He was a loving husband, father, PawPaw, and friend. He was known for his great personality, cutting up, and having a good time. You always knew where you stood with David....
David Bearden
Apr 7, 2026
James David Bearden, 65, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away April 7, 2026, at his residence following several years declining health.
David was born in Whitfield County, Georgia on July 10, 1960, the son of the late Rev. John and the late Tina L. Bearden.
David had worked in the textile industry as a forklift operator until ill health forced his retirement.
Survivors include...
Patsy W. McMullen
Apr 6, 2026
Patsy McMullen, 84, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on December 1, 1941, to the late Charles and Thelma Westbrook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Michael McMullen, granddaughter, Christina Black.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Charles Timothy...
Lillie Virginia Edge
Apr 6, 2026
Lillie “Virginia” Edwards Edge of Calhoun, Georgia gained her wings to fly. On April 6, 2026 Virginia passed away at home with her loved ones.Virginia was born the 18th day of October 1949, in Calhoun,Georgia. She is the daughter of the late Rev. Raymond Edwards and Dorthy Kirby Edwards. She is preceded in death by her brother and sister n...
Ricky Lynn Steely
Apr 5, 2026
Ricky Lynn Steely, 59, of Calhoun, Georgia, danced his way into Heaven on April 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Dalton, Georgia, on July 27, 1966, to the late Don and Ann Steely. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Denise Wilson.
He is survived by his wife, Crystal Steely;...
Anita Owens Harris
Apr 1, 2026
Anita Owens Harris, of Calhoun, Georgia passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026. She was born on September 30, 1941, to the late Gene Owens and Ruby Roberts Owens.
Anita was a devoted wife, stepmother and grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was known for her kind heart, warm spirit, and the love that she shared so freely. She found joy in spending...
Larry Cronon
Mar 30, 2026
Larry Cronon, 81, of Winterville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026. He was born on January 31, 1945, to the late Albert and Sindy Coggins Cronon.
Larry was born in the old Calhoun Hospital and grew up in and around Gordon County. He began working as a teenager at Daniel’s Drive-In, where he met a nice older lady he...
Ella Jean Hawkins
Mar 30, 2026
Ella 'Jean' Carden Hawkins, 87, of the Oostanaula Community, departed this life on March 30, 2026, following a brief illness.
She was born in Gordon County, Georgia on September 21, 1938, the daughter of the late Annis M. Carden and Eula Nichols Carden. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Helton Hawkins in 2022,...
Carol Ann Bush
Mar 29, 2026
Carol Ann Bush, 64, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. She was born on June 27, 1961, to the late Harold and Georgia Bush.
She is survived by her partner of 25 years, Kenneth York. Many friends also survive.
To honor her wishes, her body was cremated and no formal service was held.
The Brannon family and staff are...
Mario Trejo Gutierrez
Mar 29, 2026
Mario Trejo Gutierrez, 52, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. He was born on December 06, 1973, to Mario Trejo Espino and Maria Gutirrez Bacilio.
He is survived by his wife, Maria Rodriguez; sons, Mario Eduardo Trejo Suarez, Jesus Antonio Trejo Suarez; brothers, Mauricio Trejo Gutirrez, Daniel Miguel Trejo; sisters, Alma Delia Trejo Gutierrez, Maribel Trejo Gutierrez,...
Emory Joe McEntyre
Mar 29, 2026
“The Mayor of New Town”, Emory Joe McEntyre, 85 years old, left us to be with Jesus on Sunday, March 29th, 2026. A lifelong resident of Gordon County, Emory was born on November 14th, 1940, to the late Roy and Catherine McEntyre.
From a young age, Emory learned the value of hard work and being an honest businessman. He was a...
Robert James Kinsey
Mar 28, 2026
Robert James Kinsey, 84, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at his home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born December 15, 1941, to the late Jody and Dorthey Jackson Kinsey.
Robert was preceded in death by his siblings, Danny Kinsey, Jerry Fite, Martha Cloer, and Bonnie Moss; and by his beloved grandsons,...
Gail Anderson
Mar 27, 2026
Olivia “Gail” Price Anderson, 86, of Fairmount, passed away from this earthly life on Friday, March 27, 2026, at The Oaks in Fairmount, Georgia.
Gail was born on February 24, 1940, the daughter of the late John W (Curly) Crittendon, and Sarah Appy Crittendon; in addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Willie Price; grandson, Bobby...
Brenda Sue McEntyre
Mar 27, 2026
Brenda Sue McEntyre, 82, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026. She was born on June 16, 1943, in Blue Ridge, Georgia, to the late Otis and Annie Garren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Betty Cain and Larry Garren.
Brenda is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Kenneth...
Richard "Aaron" Paradis
Mar 26, 2026
Richard "Aaron" Paradis, 48, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026. He was born in Killeen, Texas, on December 1, 1977, to Richard Leo Paradis and Donna Schmittling Paradis. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clarence and May Paradis, Donald and Marcella “Sally” Schmittling; uncles, Bruce Paradis, Donald “Butch” Schmittling, and David Schmittling; and aunt,...
Linda Faye Coots
Mar 26, 2026
Linda Faye Coots, 79, of Calhoun, Georgia, was called home by Jesus on Thursday, March 26, 2026. She was born in Cleveland, Tennessee on November 23, 1946. In addition to her parents, JD and Edna Brewer, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Coots Jr.
She is survived by her stepson and daughter-in-law, Joe and Kim Coots III; sisters,...
James Bruce Walraven
Mar 26, 2026
James Bruce Walraven, 72, 0f Calhoun, Georgia, departed this life on Thursday, March 26, 2026. He was born in Dalton, Georgia, on February 20, 1954, son of the late Frank and Margaret Walraven. Bruce was preceded in death by his wife, Charyl Walraven; great-niece, Addison Davis; and best friend, Rusty Parr.
He enjoyed GA Bulldog Football, being outside, word search puzzles,...
