Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Dec 11, 2023

William Bryan McGilton, of Covington, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, at the age of 88. Mr. McGilton loved his Lord and Savior and ministered to many people throughout his life. He was the most giving person you ever met and always helping others. He was funny, full of energy, kind, and always joking with others. Mr. McGilton was...

Dec 10, 2023

Lillie Marie Cole went to her heavenly home Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Floyd Cole; daughter, Ann Cole Oliver; and parents, Lon and Hazel Garrett.

Survivors include her children, Mike Cole, David Cole (Kathy), Marie Crowe (Tony), Karen Smith (Ben), Brandy Abdellatif (Khaled), Jimmy...

Dec 6, 2023

Brenda Hall, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at the age of 61. Mrs. Hall, a devoted member of Harvest Baptist Church. She found joy in church, cherished her family, adored watching her grandchildren, and found peace living by the lake. Brenda's love and warmth touched the hearts of all who knew her. She will be dearly...

Dec 5, 2023

Betty Jaun, of Conyers, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at the age of 92. Betty grew up in Syracuse, New York, and would often reminisce about spending summer vacations in the Adirondack Mountains. Upon graduating from high school, she was proud of landing a secretarial job at LC Smith, which she held until she became a stay-at-home mom....

Dec 4, 2023

Robert Wade Fuller, left this earth to be with the Lord on December 4th, 2023, at the age of 85. Born on July 1st, 1938, in Atlanta, Georgia.

Robert's industrious career as an electrical technician at Siemens was marked by his strong work ethic and meticulous skill. A talented craftsman, he built houses in Covington and Conyers...

Dec 3, 2023

Jill Linka, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones, at the age of 74. Ms. Linka was a hardworking and caring mother. She was dedicated and helped those around her. Ms. Linka always made everything around her better and was the anchor of her family. She loved her family dearly,...

Dec 3, 2023

David Byrd, of Covington, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023, at the age of 86. Mr. Byrd proudly served in the National Guard for 6 years. A Deacon and Sunday School teacher at his church, he was a strong Christian man who shared his faith with others. His Faith and his family were most important to him. Mr. Byrd...

Dec 2, 2023

Jean Searcy LeRoy, 94, of Conyers, went home to be with the Lord on December 2, 2023. Mrs. LeRoy was a member of Zion Baptist Church and Young at Heart class. She was also a member of Deerelicts. In her spare time, Mrs. LeRoy enjoyed reading and collecting stamps. She was preceded in death in 2019 by her husband....

Nov 30, 2023

Vicki Walden, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023 at the age of 59.

She was a member of Hyde’s Chapel Baptist Church, of Conyers. Vicki was full of life and was always ready for a good time. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Christmas time was her favorite time of year. She...

Nov 30, 2023

Melvin Lee “Buster” Ogletree, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the age of 91.  He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. Mr. Ogletree proudly served his country in the United States Army as a paratrooper, reaching the rank of Staff Sargeant during the Korean War. He was an Exalted Ruler...

Nov 29, 2023

Ralph Grenville Trickler, 81, of Covington, Georgia passed away on November 29, 2023 at Riverside Healthcare while in respite care.

He was born October 17, 1942 in Ottumwa, Iowa to Ralph and Wanda Faye Trickler. On August 19, 162 in Burlington, Iowa he married Bonnie Jean Wickerham and they shared 61 years together.

He graduated...

Nov 29, 2023

Affectionately known as Mike, Michael Douglas Autry passed peacefully on Wednesday, November 29, surrounded by his family. Born on August 22,1944, in Stone Mountain, Georgia, he was a man whose life has been a tapestry of dedication, service, and Masonic brotherhood

Beloved son of Phil D. Autry and Mary Gazaway Autry, cherished husband of Lynda Autry, and...

Nov 28, 2023

Musette Meadows Fisher of Oxford, GA was called home on November 28th, 2023 at the age of 84.

Musette was born in Monroe, GA on January 11, 1939. She graduated from Monroe High School in 1957, where she played basketball and formed lifelong friendships.

She married Coach Wilbur Fisher on May 18th, 1963. They moved...

Nov 21, 2023

Rex Dale Stutchman, Sr., Conyers, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at the age of 90. Mr. Stutchman proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a Korean War Veteran. A dedicated employee, he worked for Georgia Power for 40 plus years before retiring. Mr. Stutchman was an accomplished musician on both saxophone and clarinet. He...

Nov 20, 2023

Winfred Richard Boyd, lovingly known as “Whitey”, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 20, 2023 at the age of 75 at his home in Monticello, Georgia. Whitey was born on October 1, 1948 to Margaritte Elizabeth (Morris) Boyd and Donald Richard Boyd in Porterdale, Georgia.

Whitey grew up in Porterdale and attended Newton County High...

Nov 16, 2023

Kathryn Elizabeth Honey, of Newborn, Georgia, devoted wife and mother, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023, at the age of 81. Family was one of her highest life values. She was a wonderful example of life and love. Kathy was the perfect hostess and entertainer. She loved decorating and entertaining family holiday events to bridge club friends. She was...

Nov 15, 2023

Barbara Ann Levinsky passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at the age of 81. Mrs. Levinsky was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Covington, GA where she enjoyed singing in and being a member of the choir. In her free time she enjoyed bowling, bingo, playing her harmonica, playing cards, the scratch offs with the lottery, and...

Nov 15, 2023

Baby Emmett Ray Lanier, known affectionately as Emmett, was born on November 10, 2022, in Stockbridge, Georgia. He passed away on November 15, 2023, in McDonough, Georgia. Emmett was a beacon of joy, strength, and vitality in his short time with us, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him. Emmett's world was full of...

Nov 14, 2023

Dr. Sterling Cale Whitworth, DMD was born along with his twin brother, Brandon Whitworth, on November 21, 1983. Sterling passed away on Tuesday November 14, 2023, at age 39. Sterling grew up in Covington, GA and was known for his love of sports and his competitive nature. He played basketball, football, and baseball at Eastside high school, and went...

Nov 14, 2023

Mrs. Berthalene Payne, of Covington, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the age of 84. She was a longtime member of the Voice of Pentecost Church and portrayed God’s love and kindness to everyone she knew and met. She had a heart for giving to others whether she knew them or not. She was an...