Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Gladys Ellis
Jan 4, 2015
Gladys Ellis of Oxford, passed away January 4, 2015, at the age of 82. Mrs. Ellis enjoyed crocheting, listening to gospel music, cooking and watching wrestling and older game shows. She adored her family, enjoyed taking care of them and especially cherished the time she spent with her great-grandchildren, Devon and Ryan. She was preceded in death by her husband,...
Jeffery Keith Broxton
Jan 4, 2015
Jeffery Keith Broxton, Sr., of Covington, passed away January 4, 2015, at the age of 56. Jeff was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church, in Eatonton, until his sickness prohibited from attending. He supported all church activities, but missions were closest to his heart. Once diagnosed with ALS, Jeff's main focus was leading as many people to Christ, as...
Roy Howard Mitchell
Jan 3, 2015
Roy Howard Mitchell, Sr., of Covington, passed away January 3, 2015, his 87th birthday. Mr. Mitchell loved music, especially bluegrass, gospel and country. He enjoyed playing his guitar and singing in church, as well as fishing and gardening. Mr. Mitchell attended Cornish Mountain Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pansy M. Mitchell Survivors include his children...
Robert M. Herndon, 1Sg,
Jan 3, 2015
Robert M. Herndon, 1SG, Retired, passed away January 3, 2015, at the age of 88. 1SG Herndon was a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church in Covington for 25 years. After being drafted into the US Army, he proudly served his country for 22 years, serving in Big Red One, 101st Airborne (Screaming Eagles) Divison, and 11th Airborne Division. He...
Richard P. "Ricky" Heath
Jan 2, 2015
Richard P. "Ricky" Heath, of Covington, passed away January 2, 2015, at the age of 52. Ricky enjoyed hunting, fishing, swimming and woodworking. In addition, he loved carpentry and building things. Ricky was fun loving and well-liked. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sonny and Alice Heath; and brother, Kemp Heath. Survivors include his sister, Wanda Allen of...
Virgil Young Cook Eady,
Jan 2, 2015
Virgil Young Cook Eady, Jr. passed away at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 2, 2015. He was born at Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia, on December 8, 1935. Mr. Eady was a fifth generation resident of Oxford, Georgia, and a fourth generation graduate of Emory University. As a youth, he was a member of the Boy Scouts of...
Della Astin Kitchens
Jan 2, 2015
Della Astin Kitchens, 93, of Porterdale, passed away peacefully January 2, 2015. Della was an active member of Porterdale Baptist Church prior to her declining health. She retired from Bibb Manufacturing after 35 years of service and was member and past president of Porterdale Woman's Club. In her later years she enjoyed spending time with her great-grandchildren. She lived a...
Ann Capolino Brewer
Jan 2, 2015
Ann Brewer, of Covington, passed away January 2, 2015, at the age of 85. She was born August 20, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She spent her entire life serving others, and was especially known for her work on behalf of those suffering from cystic fibrosis. Additionally, she was involved with her local community through the Newton Medical Center hospital auxiliary,...
Jean Babington Remley
Dec 31, 2014
Jean Babington Remley, 98, passed away peacefully at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle December 31, 2014 surrounded by loved ones. Born November 22, 1916 in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Mrs. Remley was a resident of Covington since 1939. She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Joseph M. Remley (Joe). Survivors include one daughter Jeannette R. Harris and...
Vennie Bell Daniel
Dec 29, 2014
Vennie Bell Daniel of Covington, passed away December 29, 2014, at the age of 87. Mrs. Daniel enjoyed visiting yard sales, and in addition to working in her own garden, she liked admiring others' flowers, as well. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rufus Daniel. Survivors include her sons, JR Daniel, Calvin Daniel; grandchildren, Shane Daniel, Tina Daniel,...
Bill M. Bailey
Dec 29, 2014
Bill M. Bailey of Monticello, passed away December 29, 2014, at the age of 84. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, where he achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant and served one year in Korea before being honorably discharged. Mr. Bailey was a member of New Rocky Creek Baptist Church, and former member of Gaithers United...
Jean Camp Boyer
Dec 26, 2014
Jean Camp Boyer of Conyers, passed away December 26, 2014, at the age of 83. Mrs. Boyer was raised in Haleyville, Alabama, to the late John and Floy (McCrellis) Camp. She retired from Bellsouth after 32 years of dedicated service. Mrs. Boyer was a very talented cook, and enjoyed traveling and entertaining her family and friends. She was a loving...
Gregg Moss
Dec 26, 2014
Gregg Moss of Covington, age 57, died December 26, 2014. He enjoyed traveling to the beach and going to the lake to water ski. Gregg was always willing to help others and never expected anything in return. He loved his family dearly, cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren and he will be greatly missed by all who knew...
Jean Thomas
Dec 25, 2014
Jean Thomas of Social Circle, passed away December 25, 2014, at the age of 70. She was a faithful member of Porterdale Baptist Church and cherished her church family dearly. She enjoyed traveling and loved spending time with her family. Jean was a compassionate woman, who always wanted to do for others without expecting anything in return. She was preceded...
Sharon Maddox
Dec 24, 2014
Sharon Maddox of Porterdale, passed away December 24, 2014, at the age of 66. Ms. Maddox was a member of Gaithers United Methodist Church, a Sunday School Class Treasurer and loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Joann Knight, Faye Aiken, Vivian Maddox; brother, JC Maddox; and grandson, Gary Daniel Cronan....
Carolyn Evans Anderson
Dec 24, 2014
Carolyn Evans Anderson of Covington, GA, passed away in her home December 24, 2014. She was born September 17, 1930, in Sweetwater, TN, to the late Ottis and Addifine Evans. She was an active member of her church, St. Andrews Charismatic Episcopal Church, where she served on the Altar Guild for many years, and dedicated her time in creating the...
Clinton Hallas
Dec 24, 2014
Clinton Hallas of Covington passed away December 24, 2014, at the age of 79. Mr. Hallas was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served with the 7th fleet on the USS New Jersey during the Korean War. He was an active member and deacon of East Newton Baptist Church. He earned his pilot's license, circa 1972, and enjoyed...
Keith Studdard
Dec 21, 2014
Keith Studdard, of Covington, passed away December 21, 2014, at the age of 58. He was employed by Rockdale County Sheriffs Office as a deputy sheriff for several years until retiring on disability. Mr. Studdard was a member of High Point Baptist Church, Covington Golden Fleece Masonic Lodge #6, and held dual membership in the Madison and Loganville Chapters of...
Annette Williams
Dec 21, 2014
Annette Williams, age 68, of Covington, passed away December 21, 2014. Mrs. Williams was born in Columbia, Alabama, to the late George and Mary Elizabeth (Railey) Rolison. She enjoyed working in the garden, cooking for her family and traveling to the beach and the mountains. Mrs. Williams had a heart of gold and was always willing to help anyone in...
Raymond J. Cook
Dec 21, 2014
Raymond J. Cook of Covington, passed away December 21, 2014, at the age of 90. Mr. Cook proudly served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed woodworking, and as a result he owned his own construction business and built many homes in the Newton County area. Additionally, he liked spending time outdoors camping and fishing. Mr. Cook was...
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