Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Marguerite Threadgill Allgood
Nov 17, 2012
Access RoadMarguerite Threadgill Allgood of Oxford, passed away November 17, 2012, at the age of 91. Marguerite was born August 20, 1921, to Andrew Glen Threadgill and Imogene Dean Threadgill, in Macon, Georgia. She grew up in West End Atlanta, and attended Girls High School; and she later graduated from Georgia State College for Women in Milledgeville. Mrs. Allgood taught...
Grady L. Montgomery
Nov 16, 2012
Floyd Street Grady L. Montgomery, of Covington, passed away November 16, 2012, at the age of 64. He was a Sergeant in the United States Army and received a Bronze Star, Silver Star and numerous other medals for his service in Vietnam. He worked as a builder in residential construction for 20 years. He loved his family, grandchildren, and he...
Franklin (Red Man) Sutton
Nov 15, 2012
Access Road Frank Sutton (Red Man), of Oxford, passed away November 15, 2012, at the age of 79. He worked in the automotive industry for 24 years and was a member of the United Auto Worker's of America. He loved his family and enjoyed singing in the choir, fishing and bowling. Mr. Sutton was preceded in death by his sons,...
Elmo Wayne Shrader
Nov 14, 2012
Access RoadElmo Wayne Shrader of Mansfield, passed away November 14, 2012, at the age of 70. He loved his family dearly, and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and his dogs, Spreckles and Scooter. Mr. Shrader was a veteran of the United States Navy; and enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, playing golf, and working in his workshop. In addition, he...
James Hicks Evans
Nov 12, 2012
Access RoadJames Hicks Evans, of Conroe, Texas, passed away on November 12, 2012. Jim was born on January 16, 1960, to Guy and Rebecca Evans of Covington. He graduated from George Walton Academy in 1978. Jim served five years in the U.S. Navy. Jim's childhood was spent involved in activities with First Baptist Church in Covington, and playing little league...
Frances Palmer Stone
Nov 10, 2012
Access Road Frances Palmer Stone, of Monroe, passed away November 10, 2012, at the age of 95. Mrs. Stone was a resident of Walton County for 93 years. She was employed at Bibb Manufacturing Company for 20 years. She retired from Kuppenheimer Manufacturing Company also after 20 years of service. She was a member of Walnut Grove United Methodist Church. ...
Chris Howell
Nov 10, 2012
Access Road Chris Howell, of Rutledge, passed away at his home on November 10, 2012, at the age of 31. Chris was a die hard Tennessee football fan, and he loved cooking and hockey. He had a lighthearted and fun personality. As a child, Chris enjoyed playing baseball, football, golf, and he also enjoyed fishing with his grandparents in Tennessee. ...
Virginia "Ginger" Pogue
Nov 10, 2012
Access RoadVirginia "Ginger" Pogue, of Covington, passed away November 10, 2012, at the age of 67. She obtained a Master's Degree in Counseling from Liberty University, and was the co-founder of Georgia Association of Play Therapy. She was a 40+ year member of Covington Christian Church, and enjoyed playing the violin, sewing, and quilting. Mrs. Pogue was preceded in death...
Milton Bennett Hancock,
Nov 9, 2012
Access Road Milton Bennett Hancock, Sr., of Covington, passed away November 9, 2012, at the age of 80. Bennett was born November 16, 1931 in Thomaston, Georgia. He served 20 years in the United States Navy; five years on active duty, and his remaining time in the Navy Reserves. He held a L.L.B. degree from Woodrow Wilson Law School. He...
Ralph Abercrombie, Jr.
Nov 8, 2012
Access Road Mr. Ralph Abercrombie, Jr. passed away Thursday, November 8, 2012 at Abbey Hospice, in Social Circle, following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Ruth Abercrombie; and his only sister, Angie Abercrombie. He is survived by his loving wife, of 62 years, Rendie "Randi" Fisher Abercrombie of Covington; and their son, Rick...
Daryl Kiser
Nov 7, 2012
Access RoadDaryl Kiser of Buckhead, GA, passed away November 7, 2012, at the age of 63. Daryl attended Lakepoint Community Church, in Eatonton, and loved traveling, woodwork, and spending time on the water. He was owner and operator of Plaza Computers, in Covington. Daryl was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Marie (Patterson) Kiser.Survivors include his loving wife, Jovona...
Pierce Lovett Cline
Nov 3, 2012
Pierce Lovett Cline of Social Circle, passed away peacefully at his home, November 3, 2012, at the age of 85. He died just one day after celebrating his 54th wedding anniversary with his loving wife, Margie. Mr. Cline was born in White Plains, GA, to the late J.E. and Eunice (Lovett) Cline, and moved to Oxford when he was eleven...
Jackson Ryder Cargile
Oct 30, 2012
Jackson Ryder Cargile, infant son of Brittany Cargile, passed away October 30, 2012. Little Jackson is survived by his mother, Brittany Cargile; grandmother, Stephanie Cargile, both of Covington; grandfather, Angel Haya of Tampa, FL; great-grandmother, Iona Cargile of Covington; great-grandfather, Ray Cargile of Covington; aunt, Lindsey Terrell; cousins, Christian Terrell and Wyatt Terrell, all of Covington. Funeral Services for Little...
Jack James
Oct 28, 2012
Access RoadJack James of Jersey, GA, passed away October 28, 2012, at the age of 91. He was a Sergeant of the United States Army, having proudly served his country during World War II. Mr. James retired from Southern Bell after 38 years of dedicated service, and taught Sunday School at North Atlanta Baptist Church for 15 years. He enjoyed...
Mary C. Capps
Oct 26, 2012
Access Road Mary C. Capps of Covington, passed away October 26, 2012, at the age of 86. Mrs. Capps was one of the earliest members of The Baptist Tabernacle. She served as treasurer from shortly after the church began until the new church, at its present location, was completed. She worked as a beautician for over 30 years and was...
Jim Robbins
Oct 25, 2012
Jim Robbins of Mansfield, passed away October 25, 2012, at the age of 71. Mr. Robbins was a veteran of the United States Air Force, and also a faithful member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He ran the Bear Creek Marina Country Store, on Jackson Lake, for several years. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Robbins; brothers-in-law, David Tison, Ed...
David Diggory
Oct 24, 2012
Access RoadDavid Diggory of Covington, passed away October 24, 2012, at the age of 80. Mr. Diggory constructed a boat, and often traveled, with his family, to Catalina Island off the coast of California. In addition, he loved traveling across the United States, in his motorhome, with the love of his life. Mr. Diggory was a devoted husband, father, grandfather,...
Doug White
Oct 21, 2012
Access RoadDoug White of Covington, died October 21, 2012, at the age of 54. In his early years, Doug worked in construction and as a technician, but for the last 20+ years, his passion was Kingdom work. He loved and supported both Scripturally Sound Prison Ministry and The Church at Covington, where he was affectionately known as "Pastor Dog". He...
Floyd Cole
Oct 21, 2012
Access RoadFloyd Cole went to his heavenly home on October 21, 2012, at the age of 78. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amos and Pearl (Hatcher) Cole. Survivors include his wife, Lillie Cole; children and spouses, Mike Cole of Mansfield, David and Kathy Cole of Monticello, Ann and Jimmy Oliver of Tucker, Marie and Tony Crowe of...
Diane N. Busbee
Oct 21, 2012
Access RoadJesus called and Mama answered! Diane N. Busbee of Covington, passed away October 21, 2012, at the age of 80. Mrs. Busbee was a member of St. John's Baptist Church, in Decatur, and former member of Community Baptist Church, in Henry County. She was a very active church member, but also enjoyed attending other churches in her neighborhood. On...
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