Mr. Kenneth Wayne Dalton, age 80, of Trion, Georgia, peacefully passed away at his home on October 28, 2026, joining his beloved wife Jan Dalton.

Born on October 23, 1946, in Trion, Ken was the cherished son of the late James Howell Dalton and Bernice Potter Dalton, and was lovingly raised by his stepmother Jewell Dalton. He was a dedicated member of Wesley Chapel Methodist Church and enjoyed a fulfilling career as a Tool and Die specialist at the Roper Corporation until his retirement.

Ken was preceded in death by Janice Marie Dalton, his devoted wife of 51 years; his sons, Robbie and Chris Dalton; grandson, Rob Dalton, Jr.; granddaughter, Brianna Dalrymple; as well as his sisters, Mary Ruth Causby, Jane DeBerry, Lorene Frost Boswell, and brother Charles Frost.

He is survived by his son Randy Dalrymple, Jr., and daughter-in-law Tracy; chosen daughter, Deb Stowe; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ronald and Gail Crouch; grandchildren, Chase Pursley, Samantha and Keina Jackson, Logan Pinion; and great-grandchildren, Koda Pursley and Addie Jackson. Ken also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Coffman Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Lamar Fine officiating, followed by interment at West Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers will include David Crouch, Chase Pursley, Andy Dalrymple, Logan Pinion, Randy Dalrymple, Jr., and Mike Tucker. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12:00 Noon until the time of the service.

PAMELA JEANNE NICHOLSON GUTHRIE, affectionately known as PJ to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2026, following a prolonged illness.

PJ was a woman of remarkable intelligence, creativity, and wit. A talanted artist and seamstress, she possessed a natural artistic eye and gift for creating beautiful things. Her sharp mind and quick wit were among her most memorable qualities, and she had a way of keeping those around her entertained with her humor and unmistakable personality.

A 1976 graduate of Chattooga High School, PJ was a majorette during her high school years. She went on to attend the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, Florida. In Her late teens and early twenties, she pursued a career in modeling before later working as a hairstylist in Buckhead, where her creativity and sense of style continued to shine.

She was preceded in death by her parents- Dotothy Kitchens Johnson and step father Tom, and Jimmie Mack Nicholson and his wife Greta; husband-Peter -Guthrie; brother-James Michael Nicholson, Sr.; sister-Kathi Johnson Peck.

Survivied by sisters, Amy Johnson Parker (Jonathan) and Sandra Johnson (Michael); brothers-Randy Johnson (Elaine) and Doug Nicholson (Laurie); several Nieces and Nephews; and Richard Witt, Her longtime friend and companion, whose care and devotion were especially meaningful during her prolonged illness. PJ will be dearly missed by her family and friends, who will carry forward the memories of her creativity, intelligence, humor, and unmistakable sprit.

Graveside and interment service, Saturday, October 31st, at 11:30 A.M. in West Hill Cemetery at Trion, Georgia, with Mr. Brandon Garner officiating. Pallbearers are Randy Johnson, Doug Nicholson, Jake Nicholson, Michael Nicholson, Jonathan Parker, and Richard Witt. Visitation will be Saturday from 10 until 11 A.M. at the Funeral Home. In addition to flowers contributions may be made to the local food bank. Family and friends are invited to gather at the home of Jonathan and Amy Parker, 2169 Rome Rd, SW, Calhoun immediately following the graveside service.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Pamela Jeanne Nicholson Guthrie, who passed away October 27, 2026.

Mrs. Autry Marie Thomas Brock, age 88 of the Haywood Valley Community passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at her residence.

Mrs. Brock was born September 8, 1938 in Carrolton, GA to the late Morris & Tessie Hewitt Thomas. She was a member of Subligna Baptist Church and dearly loved her family, her church family, and witnessing to others so that they might be saved.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Andrew E. Brock; and siblings, Robert Thomas, William Thomas, Magdalene Tuggle, Joyce Norton, and Rachel Cole.

Survivors include her children, Shane (Angela) Brock and Teresa (Kim) Kirchmeyer; sister, Mattie Hutcheson; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Brock will take place at 3:00 PM Sunday, November 1 at Subligna Baptist Church with Pastor Dr. Charles Bishop officiating. Interment will follow at Subligna Cemetery with Dylan Kirchmeyer, Tim Kirchmeyer, Mark scoggins, Joe Stephens, and Benji Price serving as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends at the church Sunday from 1:00 PM until the service hour.

Mrs. Phyllis Ann Middleton, age 72 of the Pennville Community in Summerville, Georgia passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at her residence.

Mrs. Middleton was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 7, 1953, daughter of the late Philip Ray Wilson and June Smith Wilson.  She was a member of the United By Faith Baptist Church and was retired from Unique Fabricating, South, where she was a quality inspector and supervisor.  Mrs. Middleton enjoyed playing games on her tablet and was a master Rummy player, but her favorite activity was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Middleton was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Jefferson Middleton, I; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Homer and Ruby Middleton.

Mrs. Middleton is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas Middleton, II and his wife, Jennifer and Kevin and Mary Middleton, daughter, Kari Middleton; brother, Robert Wilson; sisters and brother-in-law, Valerie and Jack Kellett, June Beth Dunn and Patricia “Pat” Wilson; grandchildren, Thomas Middleton, III, Joseph Middleton, Austin Middleton, Kevin Middleton, Philip Middleton, Nathan Hines, Ansley Lowe, Destiny Lowe and Brooklyn Henderson; 14 great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Middleton will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. in the United By Faith Baptist Church with Pastor Barry Brown and Rev. John McGraw officiating.  Interment will follow in the Summerville Cemetery.

Pallbearers will include Thomas Middleton, II, Kevin Middleton, Thomas Middleton, III, Joseph Middleton, Austin Middleton, Nate Middleton and Philip Middleton.  Honorary Pallbearers will be the members of United By Faith Baptist Church.

Mrs. Middleton’s family will receive friends at the Coffman Funeral Home Wednesday evening from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.   On Thursday, Mrs. Middleton will lie-in-state at the United By Faith Baptist Church where the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the funeral hour.