Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Emily S. Betts
Oct 2, 2016
Emily S. Betts of Covington passed away October 2, 2016, at 92 years of age. Emily exemplified the attributes of being a member of "the greatest generation." She was a devoted mother, even while maintaining a demanding career. The love and care of her family was utmost in her heart and mind. Emily was a voracious reader, loved art, was...
Ralph Hilliard
Oct 1, 2016
Ralph Hilliard, Sr., of Oxford passed away October 1, 2016, at the age of 79. Mr. Hilliard was married to the love of his life, Mary Frances, for 60 years. He devoted his life to church and family. Mr. Hilliard had a passion for music and loved playing musical instruments. Additionally, he was an avid fisherman, and especially enjoyed fishing...
Jerry "Red" Mcdonald
Oct 1, 2016
Jerry "Red" McDonald of Oxford, passed away October 1, 2016, at the age of 66. Jerry owned his own landscaping company, Jerry McDonald Landscaping, for more than 45 years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, and traveled all over the country filling this passion. If not working, Jerry was in the woods! He cherished his family and will be missed by...
Phyllis Allgood
Sep 29, 2016
Phyllis Allgood of Conyers passed away September 29, 2016, at the age of 55. Preceding her in death were her father, Billy Hammond; and grandson, Carson Allgood. Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Christy and Michael Little, Elizabeth Allgood; sons and daughter-in-law, Timothy and Brittany Allgood, Matthew Allgood; grandchildren, Mia Little and Ashton Little; brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Jayne...
C.A. "Bud" Gissendaner
Sep 25, 2016
C.A. "Bud" Gissendaner of Newborn, passed away September 25, 2016, at 89 years of age. A proud U.S. Army Veteran, he was the owner and operator of Bud's Interior Trim for 20 years. In addition, he was a retiree of Southern Pacific Railroad, with 16 years of service. Mr. Gissendaner was a devout Christian, serving as a deacon in the...
Juanita Giles Elmore
Sep 24, 2016
Juanita Giles Elmore of Conyers, GA, passed into Glory September 24, 2016, at 81 years of age. Mrs. Elmore was known for being a lively and spunky spirit who never met a stranger. She enjoyed playing a clown for many years, especially for her friends and loved ones. Mrs. Elmore acted as Mrs. Claus for children every year at Christmas....
Joe Riley
Sep 24, 2016
Joe Riley of Snellville passed away September 24, 2016, at 68 years of age. He began his career in economic development in Hopkinsville, KY and operated the California Office of Economic Development for the state of Kentucky. He then continued his career as an economic developer for Georgia EMC for 34 years. He received the Rip Wiley Award, the most...
Catherine Mills Horton
Sep 23, 2016
Catherine Mills Horton of Covington passed away September 23, 2016, at the age of 86. Mrs. Horton was a native of Newton County and spent most of her life here. For the past 16 months, she resided in Grantville, Georgia with her daughter, Carol. Mrs. Horton was employed by Belk Department Store for 20 years, retiring in 1995. Her love...
Billy G. Cochran
Sep 22, 2016
Billy G. Cochran of Newborn, passed away September 22, 2016, at the age of 81. Mr. Cochran, a man who loved to work, dedicated 55 years of service to International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 926, retiring when he was 67 years old. He served in the National Guard, and was a Mason with Lodge 12, in Mableton. In his...
Mary Leila Fuller
Sep 21, 2016
Mary Leila Fuller of Covington, passed away September 21, 2016, at the age of 63. Mrs. Fuller cherished her family, and was a loving mother and grandmother. She spent time keeping in touch with loved ones and friends by phone. Mrs. Fuller liked to shop, and was a fan of Elvis Presley and his music. She was preceded in death...
George Anne Whitehead
Sep 20, 2016
George Anne Whitehead, 74, passed away September 20, 2016, in Dunnellon, FL, at her children's home. Mrs. Whitehead was from Maryville, Tennessee, and was a high school graduate of Everett High, class of 1960. She worked for the Industrial Board for Blount County, as well as the Blount County Sheriff's Department. Mrs. Whitehead was a member of Everett Hills Baptist...
Mary Jane Fuller
Sep 19, 2016
Mary Jane Fuller of Covington, passed away September 19, 2016, at 62 years of age. A member of Gospel Mission Church, Ms. Fuller was a loving, kind and patient lady. She will be greatly missed by the family she loved so dearly. Ms. Fuller was preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Fuller; parents, Frank, Sr. and Edna Lovelady; and...
Steven Wayne Hodges
Sep 11, 2016
Steven Wayne Hodges (64), Covington, Georgia passed away, Sunday, September 11, 2016 in Bangor, Maine. Steve was born, June 6, 1952 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to Donald and Shirley Hodges. He was one of three brothers and two sisters. After graduation Steve moved to McAllen, Texas to study Spanish at Kingsway, emersion-style. Following several months of Spanish he then worked...
Bobbie Bailey
Sep 10, 2016
Bobbie Bailey of Monticello, passed away September 10, 2016, at the age of 81. Mrs. Bailey was a member of New Rocky Creek Baptist Church. Combining her love of gospel music and friends, she was an active member of the church choir. Outings with her husband and church family would oftentimes be spent camping. Mrs. Bailey, with an infectious smile...
Helen Mills Rhodes
Sep 10, 2016
Helen Mills Rhodes of Covington, GA, formerly of Clay City, IN, passed away September 10, 2016, at 100 years of age. Mrs. Rhodes was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Russell Mills; second husband, Hugh Rhodes; parents, John Robert and Martha M. (Ashcraft) Gibson; sister, Inez Stark; brothers, Lester Gibson and Roy Gibson. Mrs. Rhodes is survived...
Baby Boy Camarion Dubose
Sep 8, 2016
Baby Boy Camarion DuBose of Covington passed away September 8, 2016. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Willie Brooks and paternal grandfather, Ronald DuBose. Survivors include his mother, Tisha Brooks and father, DeMauryo DuBose; sisters, Camyah Irby, Demya DuBose; brothers, Cavon Irby, Caius Irby; maternal grandmother, JoAnn Brooks; paternal grandmother, Cynthia DuBose; aunts, Jowana Brooks, Jameka Middlebrooks;...
Robert Elmer Lee
Sep 8, 2016
Elmer Robert (Bob) Lee of Social Circle, passed away September 8, 2016, at the age of 85. Survivors include his wife, Dixie G. Lee; daughter, Michelle Lee of Covington; sister, Hilda Pinkston. A memorial service for Mr. Lee will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Lee's memory to the Newton...
Baby Girl Autumn Christina George
Sep 6, 2016
Baby Autumn Christina George passed away September 6, 2016, at Piedmont Newton Hospital in Covington. She was preceded in death by great-grandparents, Eunice and Bentley Walden, Johnny L. Gilliam and Juanita Manley, James George, Vivian Lunsford, Norman and Hazel Crocker, as well as her Aunt Cheri George and Uncle Joseph Cooper. Baby Autumn is survived by her parents, Chris George...
Lucille Essie Smith
Sep 5, 2016
Lucille Essie Smith of Conyers, passed away September 5, 2016, at the age of 75. Mrs. Smith was an active member of The Church at Covington. She was a devout Christian lady who loved the Lord and wanted to serve others. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Smith; granddaughter, Morgan Smith; grandson, Joshua Smith; parents, Marvin and...
Ellen Louise Hall
Sep 5, 2016
Ellen Louise Hall, age 86, of Milstead, died September 5, 2016. Ms. Hall was a faithful member of Light of Calvary Baptist Church in Conyers. She was a loving friend, with a jovial spirit, and most would remember her from serving as a Greeter at the "old" Walmart in Covington. Preceding her in death were her parents, Lossie and Genelia...
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