Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
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;...
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...
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...
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...
Deborah Jean Harp
Sep 4, 2016
Deborah Jean Harp of Union Point, passed away September 4, 2016, at the age of 64. Deborah was a loving mother and grandmother who will forever be missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Harvey Lee Harp; granddaughter, Amber Harp; and her parents, Robert Edward Lee and Joyce (Hall) Dick. Survivors include...
Steven P. Ray
Sep 1, 2016
Steven P. Ray, 65, of Winder, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2016. Son of the late A.J. and Sarah Ray, of Conyers, he was a graduate of Gordon High School. Steve retired from DeKalb County Schools after 31 years of dedicated service. Steve is survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law; two grandchildren; one brother; one sister and brother-in-law; and...
Maynard Carlton Johnson
Sep 1, 2016
Maynard Carlton Johnson of Covington, passed away September 1, 2016, at the age of 81. He and his wife, Helen, moved to Covington in 1978. Mr. Johnson retired from Constar Plastics, as a Process Technician, and was a member of Canaan Baptist Church. Preceding him in death were his daughter, Kathy Johnson, and his parents, M.C. Johnson and Winnie Lou...
Ozena Rodman
Aug 31, 2016
Ozena Rodman of Porterdale, passed away August 31, 2016, at 89 years of age. Mrs. Rodman retired from the Osprey Mill at Bibb Manufacturing Co. and then began a new career at Riverside Nursing Home, where she worked for 16 years before retiring. She was a very active member of Voice of Pentecost Church in Covington. Mrs. Rodman was preceded...
James P. Turner
Aug 30, 2016
FUNERAL NOTICE James P. Turner, of Covington, died Tuesday, August 30, 2016, at the age of 76. Mr. Turner was graduate of The University of Georgia, earning his Masters in Rehabilative Counseling. After devoting over 30 years to the state of Georgia, he retired as the Director of the Business Enterprise Division. Mr. Turner grew up in Mineral Bluff, GA....
Nancy Carolyn Watson
Aug 29, 2016
Nancy Carolyn Watson of Covington, passed away August 29, 2016, at 76 years of age. Mrs. Watson retired from Marshalls Distribution Center after 19 years of service. A member of Grace Baptist Church, she treasured the time she spent fishing with her late husband. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Watson was preceded in...
Paul M. Ward
Aug 28, 2016
Paul M. Ward of Oxford, passed away August 28, 2016, at the age of 88. Born to the late Rev. Samuel I. and Martha (Smith) Ward in Carlton, KS, Mr. Ward was converted and became a Christian in revival services in 1943. After graduating from John Brown Academy in Siloam Springs, AK, in 1945, and Sterling College in Sterling, KS,...
Jack Lazenby
Aug 26, 2016
Jack Lazenby of Covington, passed away August 26, 2016, at the age of 75. Mr. Lazenby attended Harvest Baptist Church. He retired from Air Conditioning Specialists after 37 years of service. Mr. Lazenby, armed with a remarkable sense of humor, was known to be quite the kidder. He was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who could...
Jessie Coe
Aug 25, 2016
FUNERAL NOTICE Jessie Coe of Covington, passed away August 25, 2016, at the age of 74. He was owner and operator of JC Trucking Company for over 40 years. Mr. Coe was a member of County Line Baptist Church, and followed through with the believer's baptism three years ago. He was also a member of the Agape Sunday School Class....
Chase Brendel
Aug 24, 2016
Chase Brendel of Stockbridge, passed away August 24, 2016, at the age of 17. Chase loved his family and cherished the time he spent with his girlfriend, Tasia. He enjoyed playing video games and riding 4-wheelers and his motorcycle. Chase had a passion for car restoration, loved muscle cars, and always wanted to be a mechanic. Having a close bond...
David Scott Fliss
Aug 18, 2016
David Scott Fliss of Social Circle, passed away August 18, 2016, at the age of 56. David was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He was a dedicated employee of Kroger, located on Highway 278, for 10 years, and enjoyed woodworking and collecting knives. David was a jovial man, with a good sense of humor, who will be...
Robert "Mike" Findlay
Aug 18, 2016
Robert "Mike" Findlay of Covington, passed away August 17, 2016, at the age of 62. He was married to the love of his life, Judy, for forty years. Robert was a Godly man, who loved the Lord, and was known to be a man of his word. Not one to meet a stranger, he quickly earned the nickname, "Friendly Findlay",...
Johnny Wayne Jordan
Aug 17, 2016
Johnny Jordan of Covington, passed away August 17, 2016, at the age of 45. Survivors include his mother, Katherine Barron of Gainesville; father, John Jordan of Conyers; sisters, Tammy Shumaker, Tina Jordan, Tilina Lewis, Katherine Stilwell; and his brothers, Scott Jordan and Tommy Jordan. A Memorial Service for Johnny will be held Sunday, August 21, 2016, 2:00 PM, at the...
Sherlan Wilson
Aug 17, 2016
Sherlan Wilson of Covington passed away August 17, 2016, at the age of 74. She was a founding member of Harvest Baptist Church, with services originating in her home. She enjoyed antiquing, singing, crafting, sewing and traveling, with one of her favorite destinations being Daytona Beach. Mrs. Wilson loved her family and cherished the time spent with her grandchildren. She...
Norman Bennett
Aug 15, 2016
Norman Bennett of Covington, passed away August 15, 2016, at 89 years of age. He was born to the late Willis and Jewell Bennett in Conyers, GA. Mr. Bennett owned and operated the Chevron Service Station on Highway 278 for 40 years. Mr. Bennett was a member of Canaan Baptist Church for more than 20 years. In addition to his...
Ben Masdon
Aug 13, 2016
Ben Masdon of Covington, passed away August 13, 2016, at the age of 82. "Ben the Barber on the Square", as he was affectionately known, was a master barber and operated his own shop for 25 years. Prior to moving to Covington, in 1969, he was a resident of DeKalb County. He was a faithful member of Lovejoy United Methodist...
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