Lillian L. Staten, 97, a resident of Cleveland passed away Saturday, October 9, 2010 in a local health care facility. She was a member of Eleventh Avenue Church in Dalton, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late William and Sarah Lawson; also preceding her in death was her husband, Maddox Staten; brother, Fred J. Lawson and sister-in-law, Ruth Lawson. Survivors include her niece, Fredricka Lawson and nephew, Lynwood Lawson and wife Genia. Graveside services will be conducted Monday, October 11, 2010 in Whitfield Memorial Gardens, Dalton, GA., with the Reverend Ronald Guffey officiating. We invite you to send a message of condolence and view the Staten family guestbook at www.fikefh.com Fike Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.