Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Susan Mote
Nov 18, 2017
Susan Mote of Conyers, passed away November 18, 2017, at 54 years of age. A resident of Newton County since 1980, Susan's hobbies included arts, crafts, nature photography, and stained glass. She had a very outgoing personality who loved decorating her whole house for every holiday. Susan loved animals, especially her Chihuahuas. She will be remembered as a kind and...
Louise S. Mathis
Nov 15, 2017
Louise S. Mathis of Porterdale, passed away November 15, 2017, at 68 years of age. A 1966 graduate of Newton County High School, Louise's working career included positions at Georgia Department of Defense, five years at Newton County Mental Health Center, and then Georgia Department of Natural Resources EPD for 30 years. She was an active member of Porterdale Baptist...
Johnny H. Earwood
Nov 14, 2017
Johnny H. Earwood of Mansfield, passed away November 14, 2017, at 81 years of age. A truck driver for over 50 years, Mr. Earwood, in his spare time, liked to fish, cook, and shop with his wife, Patsy. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, and husband. Mr. Earwood was preceded in death by his daughter, Rebecca Earwood;...
Bennie A. Lindsey,
Nov 14, 2017
Bennie A. Lindsey, Sr., of Conyers, passed away November 14, 2017, at 87 years of age. He was the manager of Cochran Hunting Club in Bleckley County and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. Since 1966, he had been a member of First Baptist Church in Conyers, previously having served as a Deacon, and...
Nathaniel "Nate" William Johnson
Nov 14, 2017
Nathaniel "Nate" William Johnson, a.k.a "Dean", passed away on November 14, 2017, at the age of 43. He was born on November 24, 1973 in St. Catherine, Jamaica and was the sixth of seven children for Loris and William Johnson. Nathaniel's early childhood was spent in Jamaica, where he attended Marlie Mount Primary School and a part of his teen...
Samuel Dennis Jones
Nov 13, 2017
Samuel Dennis Jones of Lithonia, passed away November 13, 2017, at 57 years of age. The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to ResCare of Georgia for caring for Samuel for the past six years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles B. Sr., and Dorothy (Baynes) Jones; and brother, Bobby Jones, Jr. Samuel is survived...
Dana Edwards
Nov 13, 2017
Dana Edwards of Covington, passed away November 13, 2017, at the age of 70. A native of Newton County, he was a 1965 graduate of Newton County High, where he played the trumpet in the marching band, and enjoyed attending Porterdale Baptist Church. Mr. Edwards owned and operated Edwards Painting for more than 20 plus years. He cherished his family...
Robin H. Brown
Nov 12, 2017
Robin H. Brown of Forsyth, passed away November 12, 2017, at 53 years of age. Mrs. Brown was known for her generous nature, and to meet her was to love her. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, crafting, sewing, and was a talented artist. A member of Hopewell United Methodist Church in Forsyth, Mrs. Brown will be remembered as a loving wife,...
Bobby Ray Fuller
Nov 12, 2017
Bobby Ray Fuller of Covington, passed away November 12, 2017, at 78 years of age. Armed with a unique sense of humor, Mr. Fuller was a "Big Teddy Bear" with "Cool Elvis Hair". He was a man of principles who dealt with everything fairly and with a big heart. Mr. Fuller enjoyed watching "Judge Judy", westerns, and wearing his cowboy...
Joel Clinton Bowen
Nov 12, 2017
Joel Clinton Bowen, 79, of Ruther Glen, Virginia died Sunday, November 12, 2017 at Cardinal Village. Born in Porterdale, Georgia, he was retired from the U. S. Army and was the widower of Rebecca Womack Bowen and was preceded in death by his daughter, Joanne Bowen McClain. Survivors include his daughter, Kathy Heidenescher and her husband, Jack; three grandchildren, Chad...
Mildred O'Brien
Nov 11, 2017
Mildred O'Brien of Oxford, passed away November 11, 2017, at the age of 92. A native of Winchester, TN, Mrs. O'Brien married her husband, Michael O'Brien, immediately after he returned from WWII. The O'Brien's settled in New Orleans, where Mildred remained until 2003, when she came to reside in Newton County to be closer to her family. She was a...
Pricilla Jackson
Nov 11, 2017
Pricilla Jackson of Covington, passed away November 11, 2017, at 73 years of age. Independent and unafraid to speak her mind, Ms. Jackson will also be remembered for her compassionate heart and love of helping others. She was preceded in death by her parents, James W., Sr., and Lillie Bell (Hawkins) Jackson; sister, Shirley Searles; and brothers, J.W. Jackson, Jr.,...
Mike Alexander,
Nov 9, 2017
Mike Alexander, Sr., of Porterdale, passed away November 9, 2017, at 63 years of age. Mr. Alexander was a resident of Porterdale for 41 years. In addition to his many years working as a carpet installer, he also renovated houses with his friends, David Taylor and Lee Durden. Mr. Alexander's hobbies were deer hunting and fixing computers. Known as a...
Karen Stone Long
Nov 8, 2017
Karen Stone Long passed away unexpectedly, at the age of 75, on November 8, 2017, in Covington, Georgia. She was surrounded by loving family and close friends when she left this earth to be with her mother. Karen was born on June 8, 1942, to Ruth Steele Stone and Louis Edward Stone, in Covington, Georgia. Although she lived in many...
Jerry H. Kirk
Nov 8, 2017
Jerry H. Kirk, age 63, of Covington, passed away November 8, 2017. Jerry was born in Conyers and raised in the Milstead community. Jerry was a man of faith and dedicated his life to the Yahwah radio and television ministry for 28 years. He was a devoted husband, loving father, humble friend, and fun-loving Savah to his grandchildren. He will...
James Leamon Smith
Nov 7, 2017
James Leamon Smith of Covington, passed away November 7, 2017, at 76 years of age. Mr. Smith grew up in difficult times and always said he would be the best provider he could be for his family - and he was! He truly loved his family and worked hard to give them a good life. Mr. Smith enjoyed playing golf...
Peggy Louise (Heath) Knight
Nov 7, 2017
Peggy Louise (Heath) Knight of Covington, passed away November 7, 2017, at 74 years of age. Mrs. Knight loved her family, friends, and food - especially hot wings. She was an excellent cook and made sure no one was hungry when they left her table. An active member of Christ Cornerstone, Mrs. Knight adored her church and her church family....
Maxine Prescott Dees
Nov 6, 2017
Maxine Prescott Dees, age 88, passed away on November 6, 2017, at Merryvale Assisted Living in Oxford, GA. She was born to the late Benjamin and Julia Prescott on June 3, 1929, in Folkston, GA, and was the oldest daughter of twelve children. After graduating from high school, Maxine moved to Jacksonville, FL, where she met and married her husband,...
Beverly Mcclain Hicks
Nov 4, 2017
Beverly McClain Hicks of Conyers, passed away November 4, 2017. Retired from AT&T, Beverly, during her employment, was a member of the AT&T Pioneer Club. She was a member of Glenhaven Baptist Church, in McDonough, and her hobbies included sewing, rubber-stamping, and shopping. Beverly will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her...
Mattie (Middlebrooks) Bowden
Nov 3, 2017
Mattie (Middlebrooks) Bowden, 91, of Covington, went home to be with the Lord, November 3, 2017. She was born July 2, 1926 to the late Charlie and Elma (Ellis) Middlebrooks. Mrs. Bowden worked at Porterdale Mill and C & D Battery. She was a member of Gaither's United Methodist Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Before she became...
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