Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Thelma B. Walker
Jun 10, 2015
Thelma B. Walker, 85, of Mansfield, passed away June 10, 2015. Mrs. Walker was a loving mother and grandmother, and a devoted wife of 64 years, to her husband, Landis. She worked alongside her husband, as bookkeeper, for his company, Walker Metal Products, Inc. She was the perfect example of Jehovah's Witnesses, a kind and generous woman who dedicated much...
Tony James Lewis
Jun 9, 2015
Tony James Lewis of Covington, passed away June 9, 2015, at the age of 52. Tony was a jovial man, who never met a stranger, always left a smile on everyone's face and lived life to the fullest! He enjoyed camping and riding his motorcycle, but more than anything, he loved spending time with his family who he loved dearly....
Dianne Mathis
Jun 6, 2015
Dianne Mathis of Jersey, passed away June 6, 2015, at the age of 66. Dianne was a very active member of Full Gospel Holiness Church, where she in delighted singing in the choir. She was always willing to lend a helping hand and put others before herself. A loving mother and grandmother, she enjoyed traveling to Indiana to visit her...
Gerald Temple
Jun 3, 2015
Gerald Temple, of Social Circle, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at the age of 80. A former member of First Baptist Church of Hartwell, he was currently a member of First Baptist Church of Social Circle. Mr. Temple was a sales representative and troubleshooter for Murray Gin Company, for 12 years, prior to becoming the manager of Little River...
Charles P. "Charlie" Williams
Jun 1, 2015
Charles P. "Charlie" Williams, of Covington, passed away June 1, 2015, at the age of 60. Charlie enjoyed sports, especially softball, and riding his motorcycle. He was a die-cast car collector and loved attending car shows. A dedicated employee of Panasonic for 21 years, Charlie was a giving person who always thought of others first. He was preceded in death...
Bella Marie Mcclure
May 30, 2015
Bella Marie McClure, 6, of Covington, passed away on May 30, 2015, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Her last day on this Earth was spent doing something she loved -- playing at the beach. Bella's life ended much too soon when she was struck by a car. There are no words that can describe the pain of losing this bright,...
Oline Miller
May 28, 2015
Oline Miller of Conyers, passed away May 28, 2015, at the age of 75. Mrs. Miller was a member of Gospel Mission Church, where she enjoyed worshipping her Lord and fellowship with friends. She loved working in her yard, and traveling to the mountains and the beach in her younger years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and...
Betty Purcell
May 27, 2015
Betty Purcell of Covington, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at the age of 91. Born and raised in Augusta, GA, Betty was employed with IBM at the Pentagon before she married. She was active in Covington First United Methodist Church, Newton Medical Center Auxiliary and enjoyed her bridge clubs. She loved traveling with her husband, was very social and...
Robert "Bobby" Patrick
May 26, 2015
Robert "Bobby" Patrick of Oxford, passed away May 26, 2015, at the age of 82. He was a 1952 graduate of Newton High School; and proud veteran of the United States Air Force, having served in both Germany and France, during his active duty from 1953 - 1957. Mr. Patrick was employed by Henson Furniture, until the business closed, and...
Walker Doyle Smith
May 25, 2015
Walker Doyle Smith of Covington, passed away Monday, May 25, 2015, at the age of 88. He joined the United States Navy, at just 16 years old, and served on the USS Thompson which was among the first ships to invade Normandy. Mr. Smith was a former resident of Heard County, where he enjoyed participating in local Senior activities and...
Wanda Reagin Bruce
May 19, 2015
Wanda Reagin Bruce of Covington, passed away May 19, 2015, at the age of 57. Wanda was a hardworking, dedicated and nurturing wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. She was employed by Bellsouth for 18 years, and the Rockdale County Tax Office for 7 years. Wanda was always happiest when she was taking care of someone or decorating her home...
Mary Frances Beam Neu
May 19, 2015
Mary Frances Beam Neu of Oxford, passed away May 19, 2015, at the age of 68. Mrs. Neu was an active member of Fellowship Baptist Church, in Oxford. She was loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She was devoted to her family and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Mrs. Neu was preceded in death...
John E. Garner
May 19, 2015
John E. Garner, of Covington, passed away May 19, 2015, at the age of 80. He retired from the United States Army as a Chief Warrant Officer after 20+ years of honorable service to his country. In 1962 he became a Mason and was a member of Hiram Lodge No. 819 Ludwigsburg, Germany A.F. & A.M. Mr. Garner was a...
Samuel Franklin Duke
May 19, 2015
Samuel Franklin Duke, of Covington, passed away May 19, 2015, at the age of 78. Mr. Duke loved watching birds, building birdhouses, traveling and fishing. A member of Voice of Pentecost, he cherished his family and enjoyed being able to provide and care for them. Mr. Duke was preceded in death by his son, Donald Keith Johnson; parents, Charles Wesley...
Marion C. Cashwell
May 18, 2015
Marion C. Cashwell, of Buckhead, passed away May 18, 2015, at the age of 92. Mr. Cashwell proudly served his country during WW II. He traveled around the world with Jackie, his beloved wife of 72 years. Mr. Cashwell was a hard-working man who loved the Lord. He cherished his family and enjoyed farm life, especially working with his cows....
Sara Bone
May 17, 2015
Sara Bone, of Covington, passed away May 17, 2015, at the age of 75. A member of Prospect United Methodist Church, Mrs. Bone enjoyed flower gardening, reading, and completing crossword puzzles. In addition, she enjoyed caring for animals, especially dogs and cats. She loved babies, whether they were her family members or not. Mrs. Bone was preceded in death by...
Betty Jenkins Lamb
May 17, 2015
Betty Jenkins Lamb, age 82, of Mirimar Beach, Florida, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2015, at Abbey Hospice, in Social Circle, GA. Daughter of the late Ed and Marie Dire, she was raised in Conyers, GA, and had a successful 30-year career in real estate while earning multiple sales awards throughout her career. Betty was known as the "fiery red-head...
Eugene T. Stephens
May 15, 2015
Eugene T. Stephens of Jackson, passed away May 15, 2015, at the age of 78. Mr. Stephens retired after 30 years of service from Southern Bell in 1991. Following his retirement, he owned and operated Stephens Auto Service for 8 years, then drove a truck for Harland Stone for 2 years. He loved his family, friends and puppies dearly. He...
Judy E. Mitchell
May 11, 2015
Judy E. Mitchell, of Monticello, passed away May 11, 2015, at the age of 70. Mrs. Mitchell taught Sunday School, where she loved reading Bible stories to children with special needs. She enjoyed camping, spending the winter months in Florida, and working in her flower garden. Mrs. Mitchell cherished her family and enjoyed every minute she spent with them. She...
Dina Farr Sanders
May 7, 2015
Dina Farr Sanders of Monroe, passed away May 7, 2015, at the age of 50. Dina was a strong, hardworking mother, who raised her three boys by herself. She had a positive attitude and tried to always set a good example for her family. Dina enjoyed being in the kitchen and was an excellent cook. She was loved by many...
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