Dr. Richard D. Compton, D.D.S., age 66, of Summerville, GA, died Thursday, December 3, 2020, at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Dr. Compton was born December 18, 1953, in Chattanooga, TN, son of Rachel Myra Tittle Compton and the late Jesse Ervin Compton. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brothers Alex Compton and Crawford Compton. After graduating with honors from Brainerd High School in 1973, where he was a state champion wrestler and played tuba in the marching band, Richard attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, graduating in 1979 with magna cum laude honors. From there, Richard attended dental school at the University of Tennessee Health Science...

Dr. Richard D. Compton, D.D.S., age 66, of Summerville, GA, died Thursday, December 3, 2020, at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Dr. Compton was born December 18, 1953, in Chattanooga, TN, son of Rachel Myra Tittle Compton and the late Jesse Ervin Compton. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brothers Alex Compton and Crawford Compton. After graduating with honors from Brainerd High School in 1973, where he was a state champion wrestler and played tuba in the marching band, Richard attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, graduating in 1979 with magna cum laude honors. From there, Richard attended dental school at the University of Tennessee Health Science...

Mrs. Edna Lois Hicks, age 90, of Armuchee, GA, passed away Friday, October 2, 2020, in a local nursing home. Mrs. Hicks was born January 26, 1930, in Trion, GA, daughter of the late Jesse L. Haney and Bessie G. Hamby Fuller. She was a homemaker and a member of Armuchee Baptist Church. Mrs. Hicks enjoyed gardening, cooking, canning, quilting, and crocheting. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hicks was preceded in death by her husband, Sherman W. Hicks to whom she was married May 27, 1947; an infant son, Jackie Sherman Hicks; sister, Mary Jane Haney; and brothers, Gene Haney and Howard Haney. Survivors include two sons, Dennis Rowan (Brenda) Hicks, William Wesley (Debbie) Hicks; three...

Mrs. Georgia Mae "Judy" Coker, 89, of Ringgold, GA, died October 1, 2020. Mrs. Coker was born January 6, 1931, in Marietta, GA, the daughter of the late John Thomas Arnold, SR, and Hester Patterson Arnold. She was preceded in death by her husband, Boyd Coker, great-grandson, Chandler Bolden, and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include her children, Debra Bolden, and Sherry Norton, 6 grandchildren, Todd Bolden, Chad Bolden, Robin Bright, Chris Norton, Tracy Kight, Brandy McCool, 11 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Graveside & Interment services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday October 3, 2020, at AMI Cemetery, with Rev. Tom Russell officiating. Active...

Mrs. Lori Susanne Taylor-Pirkle, 50, of Duluth, GA (formerly of Trion) passed away Monday- August 17, 2020 at her residence. Mrs. Taylor-Pirkle was born September 19, 1969 in Rome, GA, the daughter of Burlin C. and Peggy Sue Taylor. She was retired from Chattooga Head start and currently worked at Hobby Lobby. She is preceded in death by her mother, Peggy Sue Ellenburg. Survivors include her husband, Randy Pirkle of Duluth; Father, Burlin Taylor, Hammond, LA; Step-father, Eugene Ellenburg, Trion; Daughter, Lindsey Adams (Stephen), Anniston, AL; Son, Jon Organ (Samantha), Lafayette; Step-daughters, Judith Knapp (Erik), Peachtree City, Morgan Pirkle (Kriz), Salt Lake City, UT; Sister, Kelli...

Ms. Brenda Faye Noles, age 78, of Summerville, GA, died Friday, July 24, 2020, at her son's residence in Armuchee. Ms. Noles was born August 5, 1941, in Summerville, GA, daughter of the late Dennis Eugene Crane and Hazel Browning Crabtree. Prior to her retirement, she was employed in the textile industry and had also worked as a manager with Golden Gallon. She was a devoted mother and nanny and loved life. In addition to her parents, Ms. Noles was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Crane, Wayne Crabtree, and Winston Crabtree; step-mother, Lessie Crane; father of her children, Billy Noles; and sons-in-law, Randy Womack and Tony Dempsey. Survivors include her sons, William Eugene...

Mr. Larry Edward Wright, age 72, of Rome, GA, died Sunday, July 12, 2020, at his residence. Mr. Wright was born April 30, 1948, in Chanute, KS, son of the late James, Jr. and Helen Mae Tasche Wright. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a truck driver with 7 Hills Transport. Mr. Wright was also a veteran of the United States Navy, having served in Vietnam. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Bob Wright; and a granddaughter, April Hope Wright. Survivors include his wife, Alma Ruby Ray Wright; sons, James (Libby) Wright, Chris Cation, Billy J. Bishop; daughters, Misty W. Parker, Ashely Reed, Carla (Leslie) Pearce; 19 grandchildren; and 4...

Mr. Frank Eugene "Gene" Thomas, age 82, of Summerville, GA, died Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at his residence. Mr. Thomas was born November 24, 1937, in LaFayette, GA, son of the late Harve and Stella Bayne Thomas. He was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, and prior to his retirement, was employed with Mohawk Industries where he was a member of the Elite Club. In addition to his parents, Mr. Thomas was preceded in death by brothers, John Thomas, George Thomas, Carl Thomas, and Raymond Thomas; sisters, Louise Denton, Katherine Thomas; grandparents, George and Julie Hayes Thomas. Survivors include his wife, Martha B. Tucker Thomas; son, Brian (Krystal) Thomas; foster sons,...

Mr. Eddie Lee Glanton, age 80, of Summerville, GA, died Friday, October 18, 2019, at Redmond Regional Medical Center. Mr. Glanton was born May 24, 1939, in Cedartown, GA, son of the late Eddie Glanton, Sr. and Katherine McIntosh Glanton. He was a member of New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, and prior to his retirement, was employed with Southern Railroad. In addition to his parents, Mr. Glanton was preceded in death by his son, Edward Glanton; a daughter, Pamela Glanton; sisters, Betty Jean Glanton Watkins, Cathy Glanton, and Patricia Glanton; and a brother, Nelson Glanton. Mr. Glanton is survived by his wife, Annie Mae Stewart Glanton; sons, Gerald Stewart and Sheridon Jones;...

Mr. Cecil Robert Hughes, age 62 of Summerville, GA passed away Saturday- September 14, 2019 at his residence. Mr. Hughes was born August 16, 1957 in Tampa, FL, the son of the late Cecil Alvin Hughes and Betty Jo Hughes. He was a truck driver with Brown Cartage Trucking, and formerly worked with the Floyd County School System. Along with his parents Mr. Hughes was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Hughes. Survivors include his wife, Debra Steed Hughes, daughters & sons-in-law, Christie & Dale Hulsey, Kelley & Dusty Roberts, brother, Rondall Hughes, sisters & brothers-in-law, Carolyn & Manuel Owens, Sharon & Nathan Deering, 5 grandchildren, and 2...