Obituaries

James R. Fortner

James R. Fortner

Mar 25, 2026

James Riley Fortner, age 78, of Higdon, Alabama, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET at Higdon Free Holiness Church with Brother Edwin Spurgeon and Brother Jody Gray officiating. He will be laid to rest at Oak Lawn Memorial Park.

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Faye Lemmons

Faye Lemmons

Mar 24, 2026

Wanda Faye Lemmons, age 88, of Trenton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surrounded by her children.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM in the Larry Moore Memorial Chapel of Moore Funeral Home in Trenton, Georgia, with minister Milton Stephens officiating. She will be laid to rest at...

Clarence Wall

Clarence Wall

Mar 23, 2026

Clarence Watson Wall, Jr., beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 93.

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on August 20, 1932, to the late Clarence and Elizabeth Wall, Clarence lived a life marked by devotion to family, faith, and community. He treasured the joy of...

William Smith

William Smith

Mar 23, 2026

William Kinning Smith IV, age 79, of Rising Fawn, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 23, 2026.

William was a proud veteran of the United States Army who served his country with honor during the Vietnam War. For his bravery and sacrifice, he was awarded the Purple Heart.

Known for his quick wit and easygoing spirit, William loved...

J. L. Smith

J. L. Smith

Mar 23, 2026

Jasper Lloyd “J.L.” Smith, of Bryant, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET in the Bryant Chapel of Moore Funeral Home, with Brother Steve Townson officiating. He will be laid to rest at Oak Lawn Memorial Park.

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Richard Rothman

Richard Rothman

Mar 21, 2026

Richard Joel Rothman, 85, passed away on March 21, 2026, in Rising Fawn, Georgia. Born on October 3, 1940, Richard was known for his curiosity, artistic talent, and adventurous spirit.

A graduate of University City High School in St. Louis, Missouri, Richard furthered his education at Washington University and the University of Chicago. He went on to build a distinguished career...

Richard "Dick" Haynie

Richard "Dick" Haynie

Mar 19, 2026

Major Richard C. (Dick) Haynie, USAF retired, age 95, of Wildwood, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Larry Moore Memorial Chapel of Moore Funeral Home in Trenton, Georgia, with Brother Dewayne Roberson officiating. He will be...

Sandra Holland

Sandra Holland

Mar 17, 2026

Sandra Lynn Holland, age 61, of Flat Rock, Alabama, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Born on August 23, 1964, to the late Hester and Laura Mae Lee Thompson, Sandra was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who cherished her family and faith.

Sandra found joy in the simple pleasures of life, including long walks immersed in nature's...

Charles Pace

Charles Pace

Mar 16, 2026

Charles Peyton Pace, age 80, of Dalton, Georgia (formally of Trenton), passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at Kindred Hospital in Chattanooga.

A graveside service to celebrate the life of Charles will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Baptist Cemetery in Trenton. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 12:30 PM until 1:30 PM...

Herbert Pace

Herbert Pace

Mar 16, 2026

Herbert Lee Pace, aged 87, of Bryant, Alabama, passed away at his home on March 16, 2026. Born on October 16, 1938, to the late William and Thelma Walls Pace, Herbert lived a life marked by dedication to family, faith, and community.

Herbert honorably served in the United States Army, achieving the rank of E5, reflecting both his commitment and discipline....

Lisa Carrol Abraham

Lisa Carrol Abraham

Mar 15, 2026

Lisa Carrol Abraham, age 65, of Trenton, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at a local hospital.

A native of Shuqulaak, MS, Lisa was born on September 12, 1960 to the late Joseph and Mildred Eaves Higginbotham. She has resided for the past several years in Trenton and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. Lisa worked...

Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Mar 8, 2026

Thomas "Tommy" Lloyd Moore, a resident of New Salem, passed away at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at the age of 73.

Tommy was born on November 20, 1952 to the late Lloyd and Betty (Miller) Moore and has resided in the New Salem community for many years. He was self employed in the Paint & Body Repair field...

Reece Robinson

Reece Robinson

Mar 6, 2026

Reece Anthony Robinson, born July 21, 2014, of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, was called home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2026. 

Reece was a born-again Christian, saved by grace through Jesus Christ. 

Known for his kind heart, fearlessness, outgoing personality, and being full of energy, Reece brought joy and laughter to all who knew him. 

Reece made friends easily and left...

Tim Smith

Tim Smith

Mar 5, 2026

Timothy Dalton “Tim” Smith, age 55, of Bryant, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on March 5, 2026.

Tim was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend who cared deeply for his family. His grandchildren held a special place in his heart, and he cherished the time he spent visiting with them. Known for his helpful nature, Tim worked as...

Baldey Williams

Baldey Williams

Mar 5, 2026

Dale "Baldey" Dewayne Williams, age 61, of Higdon, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Gib Dock Stephens Cemetery in Trenton. The family will receive friends at the Bryant Chapel of Moore Funeral Home on Sunday from 12:00 PM until 2:30 PM prior to departure...

Terry Cagle

Terry Cagle

Mar 2, 2026

Terry Allen Cagle, age 67, of Rossville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on March 2, 2026.

Terry was a likable and kind-hearted man who never met a stranger. He was deeply loved by his family, friends, and neighbors, and his easygoing spirit made him a joy to be around. He was of the Baptist faith and carried those values...

Deanna Blackstock

Deanna Blackstock

Feb 27, 2026

Dellia Deanna Blackstock, age 87, of Trenton, Georgia, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM in the Larry Moore Memorial Chapel of Moore Funeral Home in Trenton, Georgia, with Brother Eddie Cantrell officiating. Interment will follow at Baptist Cemetery in Trenton, Georgia.

The family will receive friends at Moore...

Helen S. Haynie

Helen S. Haynie

Feb 24, 2026

Helen Haynie, née Strain, age 91, of Wildwood, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Larry Moore Memorial Chapel of Moore Funeral Home in Trenton, Georgia, with Brother Eddie Cantrell officiating. She will be laid to rest...

Martha "Marti" Weldon Wheaton

Martha "Marti" Weldon Wheaton

Feb 23, 2026

Martha Magdalene Weldon, lovingly known as “Marti,” was born on May 7, 1944, to Mary Ruth Bethune and Samuel P. Weldon. She passed away on February 23, 2026, at 11:13 p.m., surrounded by her devoted family, after a life defined by resilience, determination, fierce love, and an unforgettable spirit.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM...

Bobby Forester

Bobby Forester

Feb 21, 2026

Bobby Eugene Forester, age 91, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026.

Bobby was born on November 14, 1934, in Rising Fawn, Georgia, to the late Cicero and Inez Black Forester. Bigger than life in both stature and spirit, Bobby grew into a strong young man who loved football and competition. He played the game he loved during...