Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Benny Parham
Dec 25, 2024
Benny Parham, a beloved brother, mechanic, and free spirit, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at the age of 73. Benny lived his life with a passion for hard work, adventure, and a love for cars. A lifelong mechanic, he was known for his skillful hands and dedication to his craft. He spent countless hours at car shows and...
Gary Lee Thompson
Dec 25, 2024
Gary Lee Thompson, 68, passed away on December 25, 2024, born on July 22, 1956, in Auburn, Alabama, Gary lived a full life characterized by his passion for sports and the simple pleasures of home. Known affectionately as Gary to his friends and family, he was the beloved son of the late Rosa Lee Stephens and William Thompson. Preceded by...
Douglas Neal Brown
Dec 24, 2024
Douglas Neal Brown, affectionately known as Doug to friends and family, passed away on December 24, 2024, at the age of 83, in Covington, Georgia. Born on October 6, 1941, in Galesburg, Illinois, to the late Ellen (Sundvall) and Floyd Brown. Doug’s life was an embodiment of kindness, warmth, and friendliness that radiated to all who were fortunate enough to...
Kimberly Brand
Dec 21, 2024
Kimberly Brand, of Oxford, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the age of 66. Mrs. Brand enjoyed shopping and watching movies and tv shows. She had an adventurous spirit and liked to travel. In addition, Mrs. Brand held a special place in her heart for her cats whom she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Otis Weatherford
Dec 21, 2024
Norman Otis Weatherford, affectionately known as Otis to his friends and family, passed away on December 21, 2024, at the age of 77 in Conyers, Georgia, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, kindness, and an unparalleled sense of camaraderie. Born on October 5, 1947, in Ashville, North Carolina to Annie and Melzer Weatherford, Otis grew to be a pillar of...
Linda Marie Tamasi
Dec 20, 2024
Mrs. Linda Marie (Chiccuarelli) Tamasi, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, in Conyers, Georgia, at the age of 76. Born on October 24, 1948, in Malden, Massachusetts to Yoli and Matthew Chiccuarelli, Linda's life was a vibrant tapestry of love, generosity, and faith that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Linda's heart and home...
Reginald Gwen Rose, Jr.
Dec 20, 2024
Reginald Gwen Rose, Jr., of Conyers, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024, at the age of 78. Mr. Rose was born on April 28, 1946, to the late Reginald Gwen, Sr., and Alice Peteet. He Is survived by his sisters Karen Smith and Lynn Allen; several nephews; great-niece and great-nephews.
A Private Service will be held for the family.
Charles William "Chuck" Brasher
Dec 18, 2024
Charles William "Chuck" Brasher, aged 77, a cherished father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18,2024, in Covington, Georgia. Born to Jane and Clinton Brasher on October 9, 1947, in Birmingham, Alabama, Chuck lived a life marked by his devotion to family, service, and community. Chuck grew up in a loving household alongside his sister, Karen Bortnik, who...
Eddie Ray Scott
Dec 17, 2024
Eddie Ray Scott, fondly known as Eddie by his loved ones, passed away peacefully on the 17th of December, 2024, in Braselton, Georgia. He brought warmth and joy into the world when he was born on the 21st of December, 1963, in Paragould, Arkansas, to parents James Edward Scott and Elaine Crist. Eddie was a man of many talents and...
Shelby Faith McWaters
Dec 13, 2024
Shelby Faith McWaters, an extraordinary daughter, twin sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend, became our angel on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the age of 22.
The strength of Shelby’s pure, innocent love for her family and friends, as well as her childlike faith in all things good influenced us all and will be missed. With her infectious smile and laughter,...
Henry “Bob” Grady Holder
Dec 12, 2024
Henry "Bob" Grady Holder, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed member of the community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on February 12, 1936, in Quincey, FL, Bob was a resident of Social Circle, GA, where he spent many cherished years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Hinson, mother-in-law,...
James Grady Ratliff, Jr.
Dec 9, 2024
James Grady Ratliff Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9th, 2024, at the age of 81, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Ratliff.
Born in Greenwood, Mississippi, James lived a life marked by love, service, adventure, and unwavering dedication to his family...
Christine Michele Cooper
Dec 9, 2024
Christine Michele Cooper, of Alabaster, Alabama, and long-time resident of Oxford for almost 30 years, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at the age of 44. Chrissy was kind, passionate, stubborn, loving and selfless. She enjoyed being outdoors whether she was walking on nature trails, walking her dog, Jack, or riding in her Camaro with the top down. Chrissy also...
Bethany Creel Fuller
Dec 8, 2024
Bethany Creel Fuller, of Covington, passed away suddenly, Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the age of 42. Bethany was an honor graduate of Eastside High School class of 1999 and was an exchange student for a summer in Austria. She had a full music scholarship to Shorter College in Rome, GA, and was a Suma Cum Laude graduate. Bethany then...
Minnie Davenport
Dec 7, 2024
Minnie Davenport, lovingly known as Minnie, brought warmth and light to all who knew her. Born on February 12, 1935, in Covington, GA, where she remained a lifelong resident, Minnie passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, in the same community that shaped her cherished memories. Minnie's kindness and thoughtfulness, qualities that shone through her devotion to her family and...
Dorcie Kerridge
Dec 5, 2024
Dorcie " Mom, Sista, Tita, Tit" Kerridge, born on September 15, 1948, in the scenic hills of Hagley Gap, Jamaica, was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her 76 years. Our cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend peacefully passed away on December 5, 2024, at Piedmont Walton Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. Dorcie,...
Susan Katherine Baxter
Dec 3, 2024
Susan Baxter, of Fripp Island, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the age of 62. Susan was a cherished wife, mother, and friend. She was married for 31 years to her loving husband, Craig, with whom she shared a deep bond and a lifetime of memories. Above all, Susan’s greatest joy was caring for her family....
Alfreda Elaine (Stewart) Prince
Dec 3, 2024
Alfreda Elaine (Stewart) Prince, of Covington, Georgia peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the age of 85.
Alfreda (Freda) was born in Sanford, N.C., where she received her general education before moving to Washington, D.C. She began her professional career as an employee of the Central Intelligence Agency and later retired from the United States Department of Treasury.
Freda...
Judy Carol Brown
Dec 3, 2024
Judy Carol Brown, fondly known as Judy, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on December 3, 2024, in Loganville, Georgia, at the age of 76. Born on November 4, 1948, in St. Louis, Missouri, Judy was the beloved embodiment of love, kindness, and thoughtfulness throughout her life. Judy's early years in St. Louis laid a...
Rudolph James Hill
Dec 2, 2024
Rudolph James Hill, of Covington, passed away Monday, December 2, 2024, at the age of 75.
A Funeral service for Mr. Hill will be held Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 10:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M., at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington with a Graveside Service following in Lawnwood Memorial Park, at 10:45 A.M.
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