Lawanda Ralston Calhoun, Georgia Obituary

Lawanda Ralston

<p>Lawanda Owens Ralston, 81, of Calhoun passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2021, at her residence following a brief illness.</p> <p>Lawanda was born in Gordon County, Georgia on August 10, 1940, the daughter of the late Travis and Monteen Garren Owens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Travene Strickland, and a brother, Garry Owens.</p> <p>She was a graduate of Calhoun High School and prior to her retirement she was employed by Georgia Tufter&rsquo;s Corporation for more than 40 years and was a member of Belmont Baptist Church.</p> <p>Survivors include two sons, Edwin Michael Ralston and special friend, Janice Keener, Travis Stephen Ralston and his wife Laura Chadwick Ralston; granddaughter, Danielle Carleen Ralston; brother-in-law, Jerry Strickland; sister-in-law, Brenda Cina; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.</p> <p>Funeral services for Lawanda Owens Ralston will be held on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at 1:00 PM from the chapel of Max Brannon &amp; Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Eddie Brannon officiating. Burial will follow in the family lot at Chandler Cemetery.</p> <p>The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 14th from 10:00 am until the funeral hour of 1:00 pm.</p> <p>In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society.</p> <p>The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Lawanda Ralston</p>
August 10, 1940 - October 11, 202108/10/194010/11/2021
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Samantha Lusk and Family
October 19, 2021
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers have been and will be with you all.

Samantha Lusk and Family
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Melanie Largin
October 14, 2021
Dear Laura, Stephen, and Danielle - On behalf of GHC's School of Business, please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Larry and Ginger House
October 13, 2021
We are so sorry. Lawanda was a sweet lady ️
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Denise Johnson
October 13, 2021
Steven I am so sorry for your loss Lawsnda and I had some great times together Denise Johnson
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polly bunyard
October 13, 2021
Edwin and Steven
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was my best friend. we lived next door to each other in the ECHOTA mill village when we were in High School. We were the same age and had lots of fun. We were graduates class of 1958 CHS. We have remained close all ...
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Carol
October 13, 2021
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Yvette Stanley
October 13, 2021
Edwin and Stephen - so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. We worked together for a lot of years. She was always hard working and dedicated. Loved the 2 of you. Donald and I will be remembering you during your time of grief.
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REGENIA SLOAN
October 13, 2021
So sorry worked with her at Ga Tufters always nice and friendly she was a good person.She always talked about her children. Will miss her.Praying for all.
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Jane Watkins
October 12, 2021
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Sarah Kimsey
October 12, 2021
Stephen and family sorry to hear of Lawandas passing. Prayers for all. Love Sarah,Resinald and Colby