Dalton in Whitfield County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)

Johnny Marcus Memorial Loop

By David Seibert, June 30, 2008

1. Johnny Marcus Memorial Loop Marker

Inscription. This plaque honors the memory of Johnny Marcus, a local running enthusiast who died in an automobile accident, April 7, 1995. His dedication and commitment to the sport of running was inspiring to those who now follow in his footsteps.

Erected 1996 by Carpet Capital Running Club.

Location. 34° 45.593′ N, 84° 59.447′ W. Marker is in Dalton, Georgia, in Whitfield County. Marker is at the intersection of S. Tibbs Road and Walnut Avenue (Georgia Route 52), on the left when traveling north on S. Tibbs Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Dalton GA 30720, United States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Dug Gap (approx. 0.8 miles away); Confederate Cemetery (approx. 0.9 miles away); The McCarty Neighborhood (approx. one mile away); Campaign for Atlanta: Johnston's Review (approx. one mile away); The Blunt House (approx. 1.2 miles away); George Whitefield (approx. 1.4 miles away); Ascent to Dug Gap (approx. 1.4 miles away); Tristam Dalton (approx. 1½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dalton.

Also see . . . Johnny Marcus Memorial Page. on the Carpet Capital Running Club website. (Submitted on October 24, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.)

Categories. • 20th Century • Notable Persons • Sports •

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. This page originally submitted on October 23, 2008, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 1,208 times since then and 27 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on October 23, 2008, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.

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