Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home

12/01/2025

Ashleigh McCraw Duvall

Ashleigh McCraw Duvall, 37, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1988, to Charles Calvin McCraw Jr. and Tammy McCraw. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Joseph and Marzel Kindred, Calvin and Gloria McCraw, Edward Duvall, Bradley Pelfrey, Ray and Lena Mae Stamey; and mother-in-law, Lorie Duvall.

Ashleigh is survived by her loving husband, Timothy Ray Duvall; parents, Charles Calvin McCraw Jr. and Tammy McCraw; sister, Emily (Andrew) Freeman; nephew, Bentley McCraw; aunt, Theresa (Max) Gravley; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tim and Pam Duvall; sisters-in-law, Leatte Wiggley, Candace Black, and Cortney Rausch; grandmother, Lyndelle Pelfrey; and her best friends, Magali Martinez and Little Terry.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

The funeral service will follow on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 1:00 PM from the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Kenny Rogers officiating.

The family asks that flowers be omitted and donations be made to Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home to assist with final expenses.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Ashleigh McCraw Duvall.

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11/26/2025

Kathy Sue Massey

Kathy Sue Massey, 64, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. She was born in Cleveland, Tennessee, on December 27, 1960, to the late Charlie and Dorothy Wheeler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Becky Wheeler (Paul).

Kathy is survived by her loving husband, James Oliver Massey Jr.; son, William Christopher “Chris” West (Starla); daughter, April Michelle West (Kyle); brothers, Donnie Wheeler (Ruth) and Roy Wheeler; sisters, Nadia Kilgore (Philip) and Sharlene Wheeler; grandchildren, Chloe Elizabeth Emelander and Asher James Robert Stanley; special nieces, Heather Wheeler and Rebecca Stevens; and special aunts, Mary Helen and Linda.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Bethesda Baptist Church. A celebration of life will follow at 11:00 AM from Bethesda Baptist Church with Rev. Wesley Hunt officiating. Burial will be held in the church cemetery. At the conclusion of the services, a meal will be served in the church fellowship hall.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Kathy Sue Massey.

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11/25/2025

Glenda Gail Bishop

Glenda Gail Bishop, 78, of Plainville, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. She was born on November 6, 1947, to the late Oddie and Mary Shoupe.

Glenda is survived by her husband of 32 years, Earl Wayne Bishop; sons, Allen Cooper (Renaye) and Scotty Bishop; daughters, Glenda Sue Cooper, Michelle Alvarado (Darinel), and Jennifer Gualman (Ben). Other relatives survive.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM from Glade Creek Cemetery in Sparta, Tennessee.

Thurman Funeral Home of Sparta, Tennessee, is in charge of arrangements for Glenda Gail Bishop. https://www.thurmanfuneral.com/obituaries/glenda-bishop

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11/23/2025

Barbara Ann Harris

Barbara Ann Harris, 82, of Resaca, Georgia, peacefully entered her eternal rest on Saturday, November 22, 2025. She was born on September 29, 1942. Though her biological mother, Peggy Grimes, passed away very early in Barbara’s life, she was lovingly raised by Betty Jean Moss, whom she always considered her mother, and by her devoted father, Hubert Moss. Together, they nurtured her, guided her, and shaped the woman of grace and kindness she became.

Barbara’s life was filled with deep joy, but she also endured profound loss. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, Kenneth Marshall Harris (2016); her precious middle son, Joseph Gregory Harris (2019); and her brothers Larry Hubert Moss and Philip Moss. Knowing she is reunited with them in Heaven brings comfort to those who love her.

Affectionately known as “Miss Barbara,” she touched generations of children and families throughout Whitfield County. She devoted her career to the Whitfield County School System, spending most of her years at Valley Point Elementary School, where her humorous spirit, steady patience, and warm smile made her a favorite among students and coworkers alike. Teaching was not simply her profession—it was her calling and her ministry. She poured her heart into every child who crossed her path.

At home, Barbara’s greatest joy was her family. She was happiest when surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and her very special great-grandchildren. A woman whose faith was as lively as her spirit, she was always on the move—traveling, visiting, and staying closely involved with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Each one brought her immeasurable pride and filled her days with purpose and love.

Barbara is survived by her sons, James Ken Harris and Marshall Bryan Harris and his wife, Jennifer, who loved her dearly; her brothers Darius Moss (Donna) and Danny Moss (Charlene); and her sisters Norma Moss Dickens, Marilyn Moss McDaniel (David), and Lisa Moss Adams (Mike). She leaves behind her cherished grandchildren, Megan Harris Williams, Mariah Harris, and Brynn Harris; and her great-grandchildren, Haiden Williams and Sophie Williams, who brought her endless joy.

She also leaves behind her special niece, Amy Bailey (Steve), who spent countless hours sitting with her over the past year, singing“Jesus Loves Me” to Barbara’s pure delight. Many more nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and friends also survive—each forever touched by her kindness and the gentle way she loved.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

A funeral service to honor Barbara’s life will follow at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at United Memorial Gardens in Dalton, Georgia.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Barbara Ann Harris—a devoted mother, loving sister, faithful teacher, and precious friend. Her legacy of compassion, laughter, and gentleness will continue to live on in every life she touched.

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11/22/2025

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11/21/2025

11/21/2025

Annie Ruth Poarch

Annie Ruth Poarch, 91, passed away on November 20, 2025. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia in Fulton County on July 24, 1934, to the late Jess and Annie Little.

Her family moved to Calhoun from College Park, Georgia in the mid-1940s, and her parents were employed by Echota Cotton Mill while the lived in Calhoun. Due to heath issues with her father, the parents and youngest brother moved to College Park, Georgia in the mid-fifties for employment with a non-textile manufacturing plant. While she lived in Calhoun, she met and married Floyd Poarch on November 12, 1949. Afterwards, they worked at Echota Cotton Mill and carpet factories until their retirement. Floyd retired from Beaulieu-USA in 1991, and Ruth retired from Beaulieu-USA in August of 1999. The highlight of her retirement was a cruise to Mexico with her daughter Misty and a group of ladies from the church.

Floyd passed away on March 12, 2008. After his death, she continued to live in the mill village and was admitted to Gordon Health and Rehab due to declining health in December of 2018. She was a faithful member of the College Street Church of God and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker. Just as mothers in the mill village era, she reared her children in the close-knit environment of the mill village and worked a full-time mill job on second shift to help support the family financially, too. She was a loving mother who made sacrifices and was devoted to her children.

She enjoyed cooking and prepared daily meals for the family. Her cooking skills and recipes were well-known within the extended family. The daily meals, Sunday meals, and those special Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners that she prepared were enjoyed by friends and guests, too. Her nephew proclaimed, “You make the best breakfast that I have ever eaten.” Jimmy loved her breakfast of homemade biscuit, eggs, sausage, grits, and gravy. She always invited him to her house for meals during his visits from Michigan.

She was the last living member of her family, and with her passing, the Little family circle is complete. Preceding her were: four brothers, and two sisters: parents were the late Jess and Annie Little of Duluth, GA; Elmer Little and wife Elby of Calhoun, GA; Robert Little (Bob) of Duluth, GA; Charles Clifton Little and wife Ruby of Lilburn, GA; sisters, Essie Little McFarland and husband Howard of Duluth, GA; Nellie Mae Little of College Park, GA died on June 6, 1927.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Charles Poarch and Barbara of Calhoun, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia Poarch Stone and Rickey of Calhoun, GA; Judy Elizabeth Poarch Keasler and Hans of Trussville, AL; Misty Poarch Dutton of Calhoun GA; eight grandchildren, Shelly Poarch Hood, Connie Poarch Erwin, Josh Stone, Julie Stone Ingle, Amber Heidel Crosby, Stuart Heidel, Joe Nix, Holly Nix Price; fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great- grandchild; sisters-in-law, Eula Little and Loretta Poarch.

On behalf of the family, I quote, “Our parents gave us love, nurturing, discipline, and we were taught high morals and strong work ethics. We were never homeless or hungry, and our parents provided our childhood needs, and they developed in us a solid foundation for life. As adults today, we know the importance of showing love, patience, respect to others, and to praise God for His grace. We will miss their presence and forever cherish the love they gave us as children and as adults. Sadly, we will never see our parents or hear their voice again on this Earth, but those wonderful memories of them will stay with us until we join them on the other side.”

The family will receive friends on Monday, November 24, 2025, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at College Street Church of God.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM from College Street Church of God with Rev. Dwayne Smith and Rev. Joey Henderson officiating. Burial will follow in Crane Eater Cemetery. Pallbearers serving are Collin Baggett, Holly Price, Josh Price, Lucus Martin, Wyatt Price, Josh Stone, Gannon Hood, and Cody Erwin. Honorary pallbearers are Steve Poarch, Tony Gentry, Sammy Poarch, Jack “Junior” Poarch, Rickey Stone, and Hans Keasler.

The family would like to acknowledge Gordon Health & Rehabilitation for caring for and loving Mrs. Poarch during her time as a resident there. They are eternally grateful for your services.

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11/20/2025

James Michael Bentley

Mr. James Michael "Mike" Bentley, 65, of Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, formerly of Calhoun, passed away at his residence on Monday, November 17, 2025.

Mike was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on September 29, 1960, the son of the late James "Jimmy" Bentley and Sybil Marie Stewart Bentley. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Kim Bentley. He was a member of the 1978 graduating class of Red Bud High School, a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served from 1981 until 1985. He was an Emergency Medical Technician, later became a Paramedic for 30-plus years, and was employed by Hamilton Emergency Medical Services. Mike was a kind and loving man who had an infectious laugh that brought a smile to everyone's face.

He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Bentley Schwanbeck, and her husband, Jeremy; a step-son, Michael Curbow, and his wife, Tiffany; two grandsons, Aiden, and Rylan Schwanbeck, two step-granddaughters, Zoie, and Alani Curbow; his sister, Marva Bentley Allen; ; nieces, Ashley Allen, Crystal Cantrell; step niece, Sydney Burgess along with cousins and other relatives.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Heritage Baptist Church, 3:00 PM, 345 Curtis Parkway, Calhoun, Georgia 30701. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM, two hours prior to the memorial service. The family asks that flowers be omitted and donations be made to the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention. https://afsp.org/about-afsp/

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11/19/2025

James Howard Adams Sr.

James Howard Adams Sr., 75, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. He was born in Rome, Georgia, on December 16, 1949, to the late James Thurston Adams and Betty Payne Adams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Eugene Dowdy.

James is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Barbara “Bobbie” Adams; sons, Jonathan Shane Dowdy (Stacey) and James Howard Adams II; sister, Kandie Marks; grandchildren, Macon Allen, Justin Robert Dowdy, Mykala Surat (Will), James Christian Adams, and Trinity Adams; great-grandchildren, Oriana Allen, Lana Allen, and Berkley Surat.

To honor his wishes, his body was cremated, and no services will be held at this time.

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11/19/2025

Gary Linn Wilson

Gary Linn Wilson, 72, of Sugar Valley, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 16, 1953, to the late Joe and Helen Wilson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Joe Wilson and Hal Wilson; sister, Carol Whittington.

Gary is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marsha Wilson; daughters, Kimberly Walker, Lori Lynn Holland (William), and Stacie Reid (Tim); brothers, Doug Wilson and family, Robert Wilson (Becky) and family; sister, Rose Ann Leiner (Michael); sisters-in-law, Susan Wilson and family, Sandy Wilson and family; brother-in-law, Jerry Whittington; grandchildren, Ashley Morrow (William), Brittany Coffey (Dylan), Zachary Walker, Hannah Key, Wyatt Key, Abigale Story (Cole), Phoebe Reid, Jaxon Holland, Jalen Holland, and Jase Holland; great-grandchildren, Fox Morrow, Louise Morrow, and Amelia Story.

As a member of the Grace Church family, Gary faithfully maintained the cooling equipment at the Grace Food Pantry for over 20 years. His generous heart and consistent kindness made him someone everyone appreciated and admired.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from Noon until 2:00 PM at Sugar Valley Baptist Church.

The service to honor and remember Gary’s life will follow at 2:00 PM from Sugar Valley Baptist Church with Rev. Mitch Phillips and Rev. Tim Reid officiating. Burial will follow in Sugar Valley Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers are Zachary Walker, Wyatt Key, William Morrow, Dylan Coffey, Cole Story, Jaxon Holland, and Jase Holland. Honorary pallbearers are William Holland, Blake Studdard, Bobby Shirley, and Brent Rutledge.

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11/19/2025

Aubry Earl Hennessee

Aubry Earl Hennessee, 74, of Rydal, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. He was born in Lakeland, Florida, on October 15, 1951, to the late Clovis and Bettie Hennessee. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 23 years, Lyvonne Hennessee; sister, Joyce Childers; son-in-law, Michael Tudor.

He is survived by his sons, James (Misty) Dooley and Perry Dooley; daughters, Pamela Bouback and Sherry Hennessee; brother, Donald (Dianne) Flowers; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews also survive.

To honor his wishes, his body was cremated, and no formal service was held.

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