Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Robert C. Jackson
Apr 3, 2017
Robert C. Jackson of Covington, passed away April 3, 2017, at 89 years of age. Mr. Jackson was a very proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in both WW II and Korea. He was an avid fan of University of Alabama and Navy football. A member of Gaither's United Methodist Church since 1988, Mr. Jackson was a positive influence...
Olga Anselma Oyola
Apr 3, 2017
Olga Anselma Oyola of Conyers, passed away April 3, 2017, at 72years of age. Ms. Oyola, was blessed with the voice of an angel, and knew she was called by God to spread His message through song. An ordained minister of the Pentecostal faith, she was truly a soldier of God who was very proud of her relationship with Him,...
Ricky Mcdonald
Apr 2, 2017
Ricky McDonald of Conyers, passed away April 2, 2017, at 57 years of age. Ricky enjoyed fishing, ‘shooting' pool, and playing horse shoes. Having grown up in Belmont Baptist Church, he enjoyed the company of his friends, and will be remembered as a loving family man. Ricky was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Ruby (Shaw) McDonald; brothers,...
Lois Kathryn (Moffett) Brown
Mar 30, 2017
Lois Kathryn (Moffett) Brown, 88, of Oxford, passed away March 30, 2017. Mrs. Brown moved to Oxford in 1968. One of her careers was operating Tomlo Farms, where she worked with her husband, Thomas, as an egg supplier for Farm Fresh. A very active member of Macedonia Baptist Church for 50 years, Mrs. Brown served in many capacities: as treasurer,...
Jerry O. Capes
Mar 30, 2017
Jerry Oliver Capes of Covington passed away March 30, 2017, at the age of 83. Mr. Capes was son of the late Oliver Jefferson Capes and the late Ethel Mary Moon Capes. He is survived by his wife of 34 years Barbara Capes, daughter Joy Casper, daughter and son-in-law Kim and Maurice Carter, son and daughter-in-law Doug and Rena Reeves,...
John Restivo
Mar 30, 2017
John Restivo of Covington, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2017, at the age of 57. Owner of the Pony Express Towing and Repairs for 25 years, John loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his friends. Whether fishing or boating on the lake, riding motorcycles, or eating at the Waffle House, John lived his life to the fullest. He...
Rhonda Faith Satterfield
Mar 27, 2017
Mrs. Rhonda Faith Satterfield, 63, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday morning, March 27, 2017. A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2017, 2:00 PM, at Canaan Baptist Church, 5581 Salem Road, in Covington, with Pastor Gary Satterfield, Dr. David McCoy, Dr. Joe Arthur, and Dr. Billy Ingram officiating. Burial...
Daniel W. Wilson
Mar 27, 2017
Daniel W. Wilson of Oxford, passed away March 27, 2017, at 45 years of age. Daniel attended Fellowship Baptist Church in Oxford. He enjoyed guns, art, tattoos, and collecting Marvel Comic Books. In addition, Daniel was an avid fan of Sci-Fi movies. He cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his children. Daniel was preceded in death by...
Leon Savage
Mar 23, 2017
H. Leon Savage, 83, of Covington, died March 23, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Anne McDonald Savage; his daughter Tammy Savage Davis and son-in-law Ed Davis. Other survivors include his brother-in-law Walter Hugh "Sonny" McDonald, Jr., Peggy Stallings, and his sister-in-law Judy McDonald Hooten and her husband Dennis Hooten. In addition, Leon was "Unk" to...
David (Butler) M.
Mar 21, 2017
David M. (Butler) Butler of Covington, passed away March 21, 2017, at the age of 65. David was a 1970 graduate of Clarkson High School and worked for Brock Cabinet Company during his teenage years. Following graduation, David worked for S&W Towing in Tucker and later worked in construction. He was proceeded in death by his father, Nathan Butler. Survivors...
Gwendolyn Bagley
Mar 21, 2017
Gwendolyn Bagley, 92, of Peachtree City, passed away March 21, 2017. Mrs. Bagley was a former resident of Conyers, and was a member of Rockdale Baptist Church where she enjoyed singing in the Senior Choir. After completing her nursing degree, she worked for Piedmont Hospital before deciding to stay home and raise her three children. She enjoyed playing bridge, and...
Bessie Ruth Jackson
Mar 20, 2017
Bessie Ruth Jackson, a native of Walnut Grove, passed away March 20, 2017, at the age of 90. Ms. Jackson worked for over 20 years for Carwood Uniforms. A lifelong member of Walnut Grove United Methodist Church, she also served on several church boards and was very active with United Methodist Women. Her hobbies included canning vegetables, gardening, knitting and...
Betty Joanne Chancey
Mar 20, 2017
Betty Joanne Chancey of Conyers, passed away March 20, 2017 at 61years of age. Mrs. Chancey was the co-owner and operator of Chancey's Wrecker Service for 35 years. She was known for her ‘green thumb' and will be remembered for being able to grow anything! Mrs. Chancey attended Victory Tabernacle in Conyers. She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Mary Lisa (Finger) Cox
Mar 20, 2017
Mary Lisa (Finger) Cox of Newborn, passed away March 20, 2017 at 51 years of age. Lisa was employed by Bio-Lab in Conyers for 12 years, Walmart Distribution Center for 5 years, and C.R. Bard for 6 years. She loved arts and crafts, as well as spending time at the beach. Lisa visited several churches and had recently accepted Christ...
James "Jim" Daniel Preston,
Mar 20, 2017
James "Jim" Daniel Preston, Sr., of Covington, passed away March 20, 2017, at 78 years of age. A 1958 graduate of Newton County High School, Mr. Preston was the owner and operator of J & M Supply from the time it opened in 1974. He had been a faithful member of Porterdale Baptist Church since 1961, where he served as...
Angelia (Kitchens) Harper
Mar 18, 2017
Angelia (Kitchens) Harper of Covington, passed away March 18, 2017, at the age of 65. Mrs. Harper was a devout Christian and faithful member of The Church at Covington. She loved her church and adored her church family. Mrs. Harper was preceded in death by her father, Lewis F. Kitchens; and sister, Faye Eskew. Survivors include her loving husband of...
Opal Faye Rosser Smith
Mar 17, 2017
Opal Faye Rosser Smith of Covington passed away March 17, 2017, at the age of 84. A charter member of Voice of Pentecost, Mrs. Smith served as an elder and was always active in her church. She was an inspiration to all. After retiring from Bibb Manufacturing in Porterdale, Mrs. Smith worked for White's Department Store in the children's department....
Carolyn Beth Thacker Lunsford
Mar 17, 2017
Carolyn Beth Thacker Lunsford of McDonough, passed away March 17, 2017, at the age of 73. Even though Mrs. Lunsford was unable to attend church in recent years due to various health issues, her faith remained strong. Armed with a strong work ethic, she devoted twenty years to the Family Dollar Store. A loving wife, mother and sister, Mrs. Lunsford...
Evelyn Lapointe
Mar 14, 2017
Evelyn LaPointe of Covington, passed away March 14, 2017, at 83 years of age. Hobbies that Mrs. LaPointe enjoyed included stained glass, painting, needlework, and square dancing. She also found time to go on cruises and travel to the mountains. Mrs. LaPointe loved her family and cherished the time she spent with them. She was preceded in death by her...
Francine (Garner) Smallwood
Mar 13, 2017
Francine (Garner) Smallwood of Porterdale, passed away March 13, 2017, at Piedmont Newton Hosptial. Mrs. Smallwood was born August 30, 1938, in Henry County. She retired from Newton Medical Center after 24 years of dedicated service. Mrs. Smallwood enjoyed spending time with her family, watching the Braves, and visiting the casinos. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.D....
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