Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Larry Walden
Feb 6, 2018
Larry Walden of Covington, passed away February 6, 2018, at 70 years of age. A member of Stewart Community Church, Mr. Walden was a strong Christian man. Because of his loving and caring demeanor and his passion for helping people, he never met a stranger and would give you the ‘shirt off his back'. One of his favorite hobbies was...
Frances Morrow
Feb 3, 2018
Frances Morrow of Covington, passed away February 3, 2018, at 94 years of age. A resident of Covington since 1999, Mrs. Morrow worked as a certified nursing assistant for many years. Her heart's true calling was caring for nursing home residents. She was a past member of the Eastern Star, and her hobbies were cooking, canning, tending to her flowers,...
Mary "Ila" Wilson
Feb 3, 2018
Mary "Ila" Wilson of Covington, passed away February 3, 2018, at 73 years of age. Mrs. Wilson was a lifelong resident of Newton County and a 1962 graduate of Newton County High School. She attended Lovejoy United Methodist Church for many years. Mrs. Wilson's family and friends considered her caring demeanor to be her greatest gift - one that she...
Rick Thibadeau
Feb 2, 2018
Rick Thibadeau of Decatur, passed away February 2, 2018, at the age of 71. Rick was a fitness enthusiast who enjoyed working out and running at Stone Mountain Park. He also enjoyed traveling to the beach and relished the evening sunsets. Rick adored his family and cherished the time he spent with him. Undoubtedly, he will be missed by all...
Annie H. Crawford
Feb 1, 2018
Annie H. Crawford of Covington, passed away February 1, 2018, at 79 years of age. A native of Eufaula, AL, and a 1956 graduate of Eufaula High School, Mrs. Crawford attended Washington Street Methodist Church while living in her hometown. She relocated from St. Albans, VT, to Newton County in 1973. Shortly after moving, Mrs. Crawford joined St. Augustine Catholic...
Dan Arnold
Jan 30, 2018
Dr. Dan McCay Arnold of Katy, TX, died January 30, 2018. "Mac", as he was affectionately known by so many, was born in Athens, GA, to the late Dan and Ruth Arnold. He received his Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy, in Nuclear Physics, all from the University of Georgia. In 1961, Dr. Arnold married Mary...
The Reverend George Edward Dameron
Jan 30, 2018
George Dameron was born on March 29, 1929 in Gaston County, North Carolina, the son of Grover and Jessie Dameron. He was a child of the Great Depression and helped support his family by hunting and fishing as a child. He sold rabbits he trapped to the school janitor and brought the money home to his family. This trait he...
Peggy Lou "Muh" Powell
Jan 27, 2018
Peggy Lou "Muh" Powell, age 86, of Conyers, passed away surrounded by her family, Saturday, January 27, 2018. Ms. Powell was retired from Timber Products Inspection in Conyers. She enjoyed spending time with her family, collecting art, antiques, and owls, and was considered a "yard sale junkie." A passionate fan of UGA football, Ms. Powell loved going to the games...
Susan Ansted
Jan 26, 2018
Susan Ansted of Oxford, passed away January 26, 2018, at 64 years of age. As a bus driver for the Newton County School System, Susan made certain that students arrived to and from school safely for over 13 years. She centered her personal life around her two granddaughters, Madison and Morgan, and will be remembered as a loving mother and...
Rodney B. Williams
Jan 25, 2018
Rodney B. Williams of Covington, peacefully took his heavenly body, with his family by his side, Thursday, January 25, 2018, at the age of 60. Owner and Pitt-Master of Where There's Smoke BBQ and Catering, Rodney took immense pride in his cooking. He was a strong Christian man and faithful member of Love Joy United Methodist Church. Rodney adored his...
John A. Richmond,
Jan 24, 2018
John A. Richmond, Sr., of Covington, passed away January 24, 2018, at the age of 90. Upon graduating high school, Mr. Richmond joined the United States Army. He proudly served his country as a medic on various hospital ships during WWII. After his retirement from Republic Steel, Mr. Richmond and his wife, Betty, relocated to Naples, FL, but eventually settled...
Ellis Adams
Jan 21, 2018
Ellis Adams of Porterdale, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2018, at the age of 91. Mr. Adams was a lifelong resident of Porterdale and active member of Julia A. Porter Methodist Church. He was married to Helen -the love of his life- for 70 years. Mr. Adams enjoyed sports of any kind, especially playing golf, and was an enthusiastic Georgia...
Helen Ridgeway Vaughn
Jan 20, 2018
Helen Ridgeway Vaughn of Hiram, GA, passed away January 20, 2018, at 98 years of age. In addition to taking care of her own home and family, always providing delicious meals for them, she cared for children from other families. An avid Atlanta Braves baseball fan, Mrs. Vaughn enjoyed working crossword puzzles. She cherished her family, and will be remembered...
Lora Jean (Kinnett) Lewis
Jan 20, 2018
Lora Jean (Kinnett) Lewis of Covington, passed peacefully in her sleep, January 20, 2018, at the age of 86 years old. Jean was born June 23, 1931, to the late Claude and Jessie Kinnett. She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Lewis; sons, Daniel, Richard, and Tony Lewis; brothers and spouses, George and Elizabeth Kinnett, James Kinnett, Lewis...
Mona Brown
Jan 18, 2018
Mona Brown of Covington, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2018, at the age of 80. Ms. Brown grew up on the rodeo circuit with her parents and had traveled to 38 states by the time she reached her first birthday. Equipped with a strong-will and unparalleled work ethic, she held many jobs as a single mother. Most of her work...
Mildred Morrow
Jan 16, 2018
Mrs. Mildred Morrow, age 94, of Porterdale, passed away on January 16, 2018, in Centre, AL. Mrs. Morrow was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey "Jack" Morrow, her parents, William and Estelle Roseberry, her brothers, Raymond Roseberry and Billy Roseberry and her sister, Hazel Hood. She was born in Porterdale and moved to Marietta where she reared her family....
John Sparks
Jan 15, 2018
John Sparks, age 77, of Jackson, passed away Monday, January 15th, 2018, at Paradise Personal Care Home where he resided. Mr. Sparks was a devout Christian and a very active member of South River Baptist Church in Jackson. He is survived by his friends and family at Paradise Personal Care Home and South River Baptist Church. Graveside Services for Mr....
Ralph Leonard
Jan 13, 2018
Ralph Leonard of Georgetown, GA, passed away January 13, 2018, at the age of 55. A family man at heart, Ralph enjoyed the time he spent with loved ones. His hobbies were fishing, bingo, and playing card games. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Elizabeth Leonard; and sister, Sandra Mathis. Survivors include his sister, Cynthia Robinson;...
Wallace E. Lindsey
Jan 13, 2018
Wallace E. Lindsey of Porterdale, passed away January 13, 2018, at 82 years of age. Having been born and raised in Porterdale, Mr. Lindsey proudly served in the U.S. Navy for four years. He worked for Sears for 35 years. After retiring, he opened his own business, Lindsey Sharpening Service, which he ran for 25 years. He was a life-long...
Scott Tucker
Jan 12, 2018
Scott Tucker of Porterdale, passed away January 12, 2018, at the age of 53. Scott was a gifted artist, music enthusiast, and devoted family man. He also enjoyed taking care of his three cats, Wolfie, Tear Baby, and Pita. Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Clark and Louise Maxine (Brownlee) Tucker; and sister, Lisa Tucker. Survivors include...
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