Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Marty Ray Payne
Aug 13, 2016
Marty Ray Payne, age 56, of Mableton, passed away August 13, 2016. Marty was an avid Georgia Tech fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Gussie Lou (Ivy) Payne. Survivors include his daughters, Kimberly Payne, Katie Payne; sisters and brother-in-law, Rhonda Wilkerson, Susan and Dennis Cheek; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Angelena Payne. A Private Graveside...
Cynthia Lorraine Douglas
Aug 12, 2016
Cynthia Lorraine Douglas of Social Circle, passed away August 12, 2016, at the age of 62. She was preceded in death by her longtime companion, Lester Tate; and her parents, Luther Lee and Norma (Taylor) Stewart. Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Amber and James Brown of Social Circle, Paije Dobynes of Oakland, CA; grandson, Jordan Davies; sister, Irene Stewart...
Coralou Nichols
Aug 11, 2016
Coralou Nichols of Covington, died August 11, 2016, at the age of 82. Mrs. Nichols enjoyed camping, shopping, gardening, collecting trinkets and dining out. Additionally, she liked vacationing in Florida. Mrs. Nichols was a fun-loving, joyful lady who loved her family dearly and especially cherished the time spent with her grandchildren. Together, they enjoyed playing board games. She was preceded...
Sandy Krueger
Aug 7, 2016
Sandy Krueger, 50, of Covington, passed away August 7, 2016. Before her illness, Sandy worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, caring for others as she always did. Even throughout her residency at Manor House, she enjoyed talking to and assisting the elderly residents, when possible. Sandy was a selfless woman, devoted friend and loved her family dearly. She will surely...
Timothy C. "Tim" Carter
Aug 6, 2016
Timothy C. "Tim" Carter of Conyers passed away August 6, 2016 at 59 years of age. Tim was employed as a journeyman wireman by IBEW Local Union 613 for 38 years. A loving husband, father and grandfather, he was a true family man. His grandchildren were his hobby! Tim was preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly Carter; parents, Henry...
Gene Bruce
Aug 5, 2016
Gene Bruce of Greensboro, passed away August 5, 2016, at 77 years of age. Owner and operator of Southeastern Sitecast Co. for 25 years, Mr. Bruce proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He attended Grace Fellowship in Greensboro and enjoyed the time he spent hunting and fishing. Mr. Bruce will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather,...
Charlen Miles Crenshaw
Aug 4, 2016
Charlen Miles Crenshaw, age 91, passed away August 4, 2016. Born July 16, 1925, to Howard Miles and Frances Daniel Miles, she was a 1943 graduate of Girl's High School in Atlanta, Georgia. She worked as a model in Atlanta throughout the 1940s and 1950s, and later worked in Executive Reservations for Delta Airlines. Charlen grew up at All Saints...
William Thomas Hailey
Aug 2, 2016
William Thomas (Bill) Hailey, 85, of Rutledge, passed away August 2, 2016. Mr. Hailey retired from General Motors and was a faithful member of Willow Springs Baptist Church. He never met a stranger and enjoyed striking up friendly conversations with everyone he met. His love for travel allowed him to visit places all over the world - including Germany and...
Mary King
Aug 1, 2016
Mary King of Monticello, passed away August 1, 2016, at the age of 80. A devout Christian lady, Mrs. King cherished her Bible and faithfully attended church when able. She had a servant's heart, never met a stranger and was always willing to help anyone in need. When she was younger, Mrs. King enjoyed camping and fishing. She adored her...
Martha L. Henderson
Jul 30, 2016
Martha L. Henderson, 87, of Covington, passed away July 30, 2016. Mrs. Henderson co-owned the Pony Express - Gas for Less, in Mansfield, for more than 30 years. Additionally, she worked several years at The Bank of Mansfield, the Mansfield Post Office and for a local physician's group. She was a faithful member of Mansfield Baptist Church. Mrs. Henderson enjoyed...
Stanley B. Allen
Jul 29, 2016
Stanley B. Allen, more commonly known as "Stan", passed away July 29, 2016, after his long, courageous struggle against cancer. He was a loving husband, wonderful brother, dear friend and teacher to many. Although he had no children of his own, Stan was a beloved father figure and coach for his students. He attended Philadelphia United Methodist Church, in Conyers,...
Mary E. Cowan
Jul 28, 2016
Mary E. Cowan of Covington, passed away July 28, 2016, at the age of 74. Born in Washington, DC, to the late Clarence and Mary (Bailey) Weeks, she was raised in a Christian home and continued to have a strong Baptist faith throughout her life. She was a devoted wife, loving mother of three, adoring grandmother of ten and great-grandmother...
Glenn E. Wiggins
Jul 22, 2016
Glenn E. Wiggins of Jackson passed away July 22, 2016, at the age of 82. Mr. Wiggins had a great sense of humor and enjoyed doing yard work. He cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death was his mother, Martha Harn Lynch; father, Earl David Wiggins; and his half- brother, John Neely. Survivors...
Becky Byrum
Jul 22, 2016
A Servant's Heart- Rebecca "Becky" Marks Byrum September 16, 1956- July 22, 2016 Becky Byrum's greatest dream came true on July 22, 2016 as she went to Heaven to worship at the Throne of Our Lord. Her servant's spirit is carried on by her surviving husband, Steve Byrum; son, Scotty Byrum; daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Ty Hensley; grandchildren, Avery...
Christy H. Lewis
Jul 21, 2016
Christy H. Lewis of Hampton passed away July 21, 2016, at the age of 60. Christy enjoyed music, especially Rock-N-Roll. She loved her family dearly and cherished the time spent with them. Preceding her in death was her daughter, Chasity Lewis; and parents, Donald, Sr., and Mildred Inez Hobby. Survivors include her brother, Gerry Marshall Hobby of Hampton; nieces, Heather...
Eli Murphy
Jul 19, 2016
Eli Murphy of Mansfield passed away July 19, 2016, at the age of 30. Eli enjoyed working on his farm, fishing and deer hunting. In addition, he liked going to the beach, sailing and playing horseshoes with his brother-in-law, Marc Tucker. A devoted husband and father, Eli cherished the time spent with his family and had the kindest spirit to...
Mary Lee Harrison
Jul 19, 2016
Mary Lee Harrison of Tucker passed away July 19, 2016, at 89 years of age. Mrs. Harrison was a very strong-willed person who was always in full control of life. She enjoyed cooking, canning vegetables, sewing, playing bingo, and working in word search books. Mrs. Harrison was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Harrison; parents, Leon and Bessie Pittman;...
Jerry Flynn
Jul 15, 2016
Jerry Flynn of Mansfield passed away July 15, 2016, at the age of 69. Mr. Flynn retired from Swafford Construction as Vice President after many years of service. He was an avid outdoorsmen who liked deer hunting and fishing. In addition, he enjoyed working on older model cars with his son. A loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, he...
Ina Lucinda Green
Jul 14, 2016
Ina Lucinda Green of Covington passed away July 14, 2016, at the age of 88. Mrs. Green was a member of the Awakening Ministry. A prayer warrior, she would spend her time praying for the needs of others. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her....
Kenneth S. Brown
Jul 12, 2016
Kenneth S. Brown, Jr., of Covington passed away July 12, 2016, at the age of 57. Kenneth loved motorcycles and cars, especially Harley Davidsons and the Chevrolet Camaro. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Kenneth was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Brown. Survivors include his son, Jonathon Brown; grandchildren, Brandon Brown, Hannah...
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