Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Feb 14, 2017

Berry Franklin Ricks, Jr., of Conyers passed away February 14, 2017, at 84 years of age. Mr. Ricks enjoyed working in his yard, gardening, and spending family time around the dinner table. In addition, he loved country music and family trips, especially to the Smokey Mountains. Mr. Ricks never met a stranger and lived life to the fullest. He will...

Feb 14, 2017

James Sharon Robinson, Sr., of Covington, passed away February 12, 2017, at the age of 70. Mr. Robinson was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having proudly served his country in the Vietnam War. "Doc", as he was affectionately known by his fellow employees, was a dedicated truck driver for Old Dominion Freight Line, for more than 25...

Feb 14, 2017

Andrew Jackson Griffith, Sr., of Eatonton, passed away February 14, 2017, at 79 years of age. Mr. Griffith worked for Newton County Public Works Department for more than 25 years. His favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing, and cutting grass. Mr. Griffith was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Leon and Grace (Starnes) Griffith; sister, Sue Ann Griffith. Survivors include...

Feb 13, 2017

Hazel Moore Beckworth of Conyers, passed away February 13, 2017, at 91 years of age. Mrs. Beckworth was a 50-year resident of Conyers, and a founding member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She served the public for over 15 years in the Rockdale Hospital cafeteria. Mrs. Beckworth was very involved in Bible Study Fellowship at First Baptist Church of Conyers....

Feb 11, 2017

Angie Giambra of Conyers, passed away February 11, 2017, at 59 years of age. Although Angie was mentally challenged, she will be remembered as a kind, sweet, and loving person. She was preceded in death by her father, Libario Giambra. Survivors include her mother, Jean Giambra of Conyers; sister, Sue Barton of DeMoines, IA; brother and sister-in-law, Andy and Sharon...

Feb 9, 2017

Funeral Services for Kamill Clark-Martin will be held Saturday, February 18, 2017, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington. Friends may visit with his family at the funeral home, from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 18, 2017. Visitation

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Feb 7, 2017

Barbara Elizabeth Hood of Lawrenceville, passed away February 7, 2017, at the age of 74. Mrs. Hood was a 1960 graduate of Model High School in Rome, Georgia. She worked for Bibb Manufacturing in Porterdale before later retiring from Beaver Manufacturing. In addition to being a devoted mother, she loved to play bingo, listen to traditional country music, and enjoyed...

Feb 6, 2017

Jerry Edward Hardenbrook of Covington passed away February 6, 2017 at 63 years of age. Mr. Hardenbrook was preceded in death by his son, Jason Edward Hardenbrook; and mother, Velma J. (Miles) Hardenbrook. No services are planned at this time.

Feb 6, 2017

Jack Lanier Clarke of Covington passed away February 6, 2017, at 66 years of age. He loved traveling with his family as a child and had been a resident of Grace Wood in Augusta for more than 56 years. He and his family were life-long members of Shiloh United Methodist Church. Mr. Clarke was preceded in death by his father,...

Feb 4, 2017

Mary Holmes of Newborn, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2017, at the age of 87. Mrs. Holmes, a member of the Baptist faith, was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a big fan of watching her great-grandchildren play baseball and football. When not working in her yard, Mrs. Holmes could be found baking cakes - most notably, peanut...

Feb 4, 2017

Sarah Alice Wallace of Mansfield, passed away February 4, 2017 at the age of 100. Mrs. Wallace was a member of Bethel Christian Church in Conyers. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Walter James Wallace; sisters, Clara Dennard, Ezzie Sheppard, Parrie Sheppard; brother, James Dennard. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, John and Cindy Wallace...

Feb 1, 2017

Anthony Keith (Tony) Grizzard, age 34, of Conyers, passed away February 1, 2017. Tony was a 2009 graduate of American Intercontinental University where he obtained his degree in Bachelor of Science Information Technology. He was a dedicated and admired employee of Acuity Brands, in Conyers, since 2010. He loved music and especially enjoyed attending heavy metal concerts. Jovial by nature,...

Feb 1, 2017

Mary Ann Sears of Covington, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2017, at the age of 76. A loving mother and grandmother, spending time with family was her greatest joy. Mrs. Sears enjoyed being outdoors, whether fishing on the lake or going to the mountains. Additionally, she liked traveling and shopping. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fletcher Mason...

Jan 29, 2017

Clifford Laverne Gould of Covington passed away January 29, 2017, at 84 years of age. Mr. Gould proudly served in the U.S. Army in Korea. He was the owner and operator of Gould Heating and Air for more than 40 years before moving to Covington eight years ago from Ansonia, CT. Mr. Gould enjoyed watching T.V. and loved his two...

Jan 28, 2017

Verline (Nellie) Hall of Covington, passed away January 28, 2017, at the age of 86. Mrs. Hall, an employee of Bibb Manufacturing and Beaver Manufacturing for many years, also worked for Oxford Industries. She was currently a member of County Line Baptist Church and attended High Point Baptist Church in past years. Working in her yard and quilting were favorite...

Jan 26, 2017

Wendy McKinley of Covington, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017, at the age of 52. In addition to being devoted to her family, Mrs. McKinley adored her cats Oscar, Felix, and Myrna. She was also passionate about breeding and showing Bengal cats. Preceding her in death was her father, Harry (Len) Colbert; maternal grandparents, Ide and Sara (Johnston) Holifield; paternal...

Jan 26, 2017

Randy Rogers of Covington, passed away January 26, 2017, at the age of 78. Mr. Rogers, a devoted family man, was affectionately known as "Big Daddy" to his children and grandchildren. Armed with an infectious personality, he will be remembered for joking with his grandchildren and living life to the fullest. Having a heart for the elderly, Mr. Rogers was...

Jan 25, 2017

Mrs. Dolores (Atkinson) Amerson Stovall of Covington, passed away January 25, 2017, at the age of 59. Mrs. Stovall, a 1975 graduate of Newton High School, worked for AT&T for 30 years. A loving mom, she enjoyed reading, shopping, and traveling. Preceding her in death was her first husband, James Amerson; second husband, Mike Stovall; mother, Dolores (Moravitz) Tate; father,...

Jan 24, 2017

Marilyn Zilber of Conyers, passed away January 24, 2017, at the age of 84. Mrs. Zilber was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Dr. Serge Zilber; son, John Zilber; parents, Charles and Ruth (Hines) Dewees; sister, Dorothy Meier; and grandson, Shannon Henschel. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Ruth Celine and Stephen Hall of Atlanta, GA; son...

Jan 21, 2017

Robert King of Oxford, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2017, at the age of 59. Mr. King was a loving family man. He enjoyed trips to the beach and the mountains. In addition to being a Georgia Bulldogs fan, Mr. King loved listening to classic rock music - usually while sitting on the front porch. He was preceded in death...