Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Mike Garland
Mar 7, 2015
Mike Garland of Covington, died March 7, 2015, at the age of 56. Mike was a former employee of Golden State Foods. He was a long time parishioner of St. Augustine Catholic Church, and lived a very quiet, reflective, prayerful life. He was a loving father, brother and uncle, and a caring and giving friend who was always willing to...
Pat Livingston
Mar 4, 2015
Pat Livingston of Oxford, passed away March 4, 2015, at the age of 67. Pat loved and adored her family; and was affectionately known as "Gram" to the neighborhood children. She was a wonderful cook, and made a delicious pecan pie. She enjoyed watching westerns and going to the beach. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, James Isaac...
Charles Conner
Mar 4, 2015
Charles Conner of Covington, passed away March 4, 2015, at the age of 77. He loved his family and cherished spending time with them. Never meeting a stranger, he was a pleasure to be around and was always willing to help those in need. He will be remembered for his infectious laugh and smile. Mr. Conner, a member of East...
Grace Twitty Bryant
Mar 3, 2015
Grace Twitty Bryant of Conyers, GA, passed away March 3, 2015, at the age of 79. Mrs. Bryant was born and raised in Sebring, Florida, and was a 1953 graduate of Sebring High School, where she played the clarinet in the marching band and was on the cheerleading squad. She furthered her education at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville,...
Dorothy Baynes Jones
Feb 26, 2015
Dorothy Baynes Jones, of Conyers, died Thursday, February 26, 2015, at the age of 85. Mrs. Jones enjoyed cooking for her family, sewing and working in her yard - especially in her flower garden. She cherished her family dearly, loved taking care of her son, Dennis, and will be forever missed by those who knew and loved her. Mrs. Jones...
Howell L. Callaway
Feb 24, 2015
Howell L. Callaway, of Covington, passed away February 24, 2015, at the age of 76. Mr. Callaway was a member of Harvest Baptist Church and former member of Solid Rock Baptist Church. He was very active in many types of ministries, but most especially food ministry. He loved life and lived it to share Christ with others. His family will...
Brenda Hobby
Feb 23, 2015
Brenda Hobby, of Hampton, GA, passed away February 23, 2015, at the age of 58. Brenda loved arts and crafts, working in her flower beds, and shopping. Brenda was an animal lover, but most of all she cherished the time she spent with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Gerry Hobby; children, Heather Lynn Addison, Christopher Lee Hailey...
Hayward Roper,
Feb 21, 2015
Rev. Hayward Boyd Roper, Sr. of Harlem, GA, passed away February 21, 2015, at the age of 76. Rev. Roper was a Pastor for many years. He retired from Lucent Technologies. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Lela Roper; five brothers; and one sister. Survivors include his loving wife, Rev. Barbara J. Roper of Harlem, GA;...
Kayden Calvin Langston
Feb 20, 2015
Baby Kayden Calvin Langston of Covington, passed away February 20, 2015. Baby Kayden was on this earth for only a short time, but was loved and will be greatly missed by his family. Survivors include his parents, Jowana Brooks and James Langston of Covington; sisters, Tierra Watson of Covington, Jaiel Langston of Miami, FL; brothers, James and Kevares Langston, both...
Dolores Malcom
Feb 20, 2015
Dolores Malcom of Covington, passed away February 20, 2015, at the age of 77. Mrs. Malcom retired from Hercules with 30 years of service. She enjoyed shopping and photography. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, her greatest joy was the time that she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved...
Hugh Talmadge Little
Feb 17, 2015
Hugh Talmadge Little, of Loganville, died February 17, 2015, at the age of 79. A faithful member of The Pentecostals of McDonough, his love for God was evident and worshipping Him was always priority. He was a devoted husband, father and "PawPaw" who cherished the time he spent with his family. Mr. Little served his country in the U.S. Army...
Hollis Eugene Smith
Feb 16, 2015
Hollis Eugene Smith, age 69, went home to be with our Lord on February 16, 2015, after a battle with kidney failure and other health issues. Hollis was born June 22, 1945, to the late Earl and Vida Mae Smith of Clinton, TN. He attended Clinton High School before enlisting in the Marine Corps. Hollis was a Vietnam veteran and...
Dorothy "Dot" Johnston
Feb 16, 2015
Dorothy "Dot" Johnston, of Mansfield, passed away February 16, 2015 at Riverside Health Care Center. She was 92 years of age at the time of her death. After attending business school, Dot worked for Southern Railway in Atlanta for 8 years. She was married for 59 years, 22 years to Ralph Johnson and 37 years to Lt. Col. Charles Johnston....
Evelyn Curtis Daniel
Feb 15, 2015
Evelyn Curtis Daniel of Porterdale, passed away February 15, 2015, at the age of 79. Mrs. Daniel was a lifelong member of Porterdale Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed embroidery, flower gardening and traveling to the beach. A wonderful cook, she was famous for her triple layer chocolate cake. Mrs. Daniel loved music, especially the banjo, guitar and piano. She adored her...
Teresa Chapman Wald
Feb 14, 2015
Teresa Chapman Wald of Covington, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2015, at the age of 62. She was a founding member of the Eastside Baptist Church Women's Ministry, a member of Belmont Baptist Church and Red Hat Society. Teresa was a selfless lady who helped many people and never expected anything in return. Most importantly, she was a Godly woman....
Billie Ruth May
Feb 13, 2015
Billie Ruth May of Covington, passed away February 13, 2015, at the age of 88. Mrs. May was a 1943 graduate of John H. Reagan High School and former Girl Scout Den Mother. She was a faithful member at Solid Rock Baptist Church. She was employed by Safeway Grocery for ten years before retiring in 1987. Mrs. May was a...
Shirley Mcbride
Feb 12, 2015
Shirley McBride of Covington, passed away February 12, 2015, at the age of 74. Mrs. McBride was a dedicated employee of BellSouth, retiring after 25 years of perfect attendance. She enjoyed cooking and shopping. Shirley dearly loved animals, especially her own dogs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl McBride; and her daughter, Wanda McBride. Survivors include her...
Lee Parham
Feb 11, 2015
Lee Parham of Covington, passed away February 11, 2015, at the age of 71. Lee was a veteran of the United States Army, having proudly served in Qui Nhon and Da Nang, in Vietnam. In 2012, he retired from Lithonia Lighting after 26 years of dedicated service. Lee was a member of New Rock Wesleyan Church, but had most recently...
Charles Wayne Sears
Feb 10, 2015
Charles Wayne Sears, of Covington, passed away February 10, 2015, at the age of 70. Charles, a member of Newton Baptist Church, was born to Dewey Mayson and Erma (Kitchens) Sears, who preceded him in death. Charles cherished his family and loved spending time with them. He retired from Delta Airlines after 33 years of service. Survivors include his wife...
Don Whitaker
Feb 9, 2015
Don Whitaker of Covington, passed away February 9, 2015, at the age of 55. He cherished time spent with his family. Don was a dedicated employee of Inglett & Stubbs and enjoyed the company of those he worked with. He loved traveling with his wife and spending time outdoors fishing. Don will be greatly missed. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl...
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