Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Gerald Lamar "Bud" Hipps
Aug 21, 2012
Mr. Gerald Lamar "Bud" Hipps, 86, of Mansfield passed away August 21, 2012. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He loved his family and will be greatly missed. He loved fishing with his grandson, working in his garage, and spending time with his family. He was also devoted to serving his country. At the age of...
Elvin E. "Manny" Fuller
Aug 21, 2012
Rev. Elvin E. "Manny" Fuller, 65, of Tampa, FL, passed away August 21, 2012. Manny served in the U.S. Navy, member F&AM Lodge #105, Showmen Shrine Club #133 and Showmen Association #1663. He is survived by his companion, James Hayes; 2 sisters-in-law and several nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service for Manny will be held Saturday, August 25, 2012, 4:00...
Dorothy Lassiter Steele
Aug 20, 2012
Dorothy Lassiter Steele passed away August 20, 2012, at her home in Covington. She was 86 years of age at the time of her death. Born in Newton County to the late Elwood and Georgia Lassiter, Mrs. Steele graduated with honors from Covington High School in 1942. After graduating from the University of Georgia, she began teaching at Porterdale, where...
Mary Bradford-Blanco
Aug 20, 2012
Access RoadMary Bradford-Blanco of Oxford, passed away August 20, 2012, at the age of 72. She loved to cook; and enjoyed crafts and shopping. Mrs. Blanco was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Blanco; and her parents, Henry R. and Edith Arizona (Holbrook) Howell.Survivors include her...
Michael Edward Mcgee,
Aug 19, 2012
Access RoadMichael Edward McGee, Jr., of Covington, died August 19, 2012, at the age of 32. Michael was a published author of poetry and short stories; and a member of the Who's Who of America Organization. He enjoyed reading, Anime, and attending Dragon*Con conventions. He loved cats, and often volunteered with animal rescue. He was preceded in death by his...
Hugh G. "Hootie" Thompson
Aug 19, 2012
Access RoadHugh G. "Hootie" Thompson of Covington, passed away August 19, 2012, at the age of 80. He was preceded in death by his father, Elton Elliott Thompson; and his mother, Ruby (Robertson) Thompson-Kemp.Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife, Marian (Foster) Thompson of Covington.A Memorial Service for Mr. Thompson will be held Wednesday, August 22, 2012, 11:00 AM, at...
Sondra (Sandy) Sullivan
Aug 18, 2012
Sondra (Sandy) Sullivan of Covington passed away August 18, 2012, at the age of 80. Sandy was a practicing registered nurse for 40 years. The last 17 years, were as a Nurse Practitioner at the Emory Winship Clinic. Mrs. Sullivan was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Bella (Bergman) Hymes. Survivors include her husband, Richard Sullivan of Covington;...
Debra Ann Parker
Aug 17, 2012
Access RoadDebra Ann Parker of Covington, passed away August 17, 2012, at the age of 48. Debra was a member of The Church at Covington, and was very active in mission work. She received a degree, in Business Administration, from Georgia Perimeter College; and was a former employee of the Rockdale County Business Licensing Office. Debra loved spending time with...
Barbara Greathouse
Aug 17, 2012
Barbara (Nanny) Greathouse, of Oxford, passed away on August 17, 2012, at the age of 67. Mrs. Greathouse was a member of Lighthouse World Outreach Center. She loved making banners for churches and she enjoyed working in her flower garden. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend to many. Mrs. Greathouse was preceded in death...
Adell Digby
Aug 16, 2012
Access RoadMr. Adell Digby, passed away August 16, 2012, at the age of 91. Mr. Digby was briefly employed by Bibb Manufacturing Company, before opening Digby Trim Shop which he owned and operated for 28 years. He ran the Porterdale Recreation Department for a number of years, and served as custodian for County Line Baptist Church for 17 years. While...
Nevin Jack Standard
Aug 16, 2012
Access RoadNevin Jack Standard of Oxford, passed away August 16, 2012, at the age of 93. Mr. Standard was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served his country during World War II. He attended Sewell United Methodist Church and North Covington United Methodist Church. He retired from Belk Department Store, in 1994, after 35 years. Mr. Standard was...
Katherine W. Alliston
Aug 15, 2012
Katherine W. Alliston of Oxford passed away August 15, 2012, at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle. Mrs. Alliston was 96 years of age at the time of her death. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Alliston, and her parents, George Murza and Ovie Elizabeth (Freeman) Wilson. Mrs. Alliston was accomplished at crocheting, needlepoint, and cross stitching. She...
Floyd Eugene Robertson,
Aug 14, 2012
Access RoadFloyd Eugene Robertson, Sr., passed away August 14, 2012, at the age of 75. Mr. Robertson was a member of Harvest Baptist Church and active in the Men's Senior Adult Sunday School Class and Harvest Senior Group. He volunteered for the food ministry at the church. He served with United States Air Force during the Korean War. Mr. Robertson...
James William (Bill) Lassiter
Aug 12, 2012
Access RoadDr. James William (Bill) Lassiter, 92, of Covington, passed away Sunday, August 12, 2012, at Dogwood Forest Assisted Living, in Gainesville, GA. He was born May 28, 1920, in Covington, to the late Elwood Gray and Georgia (Salter) Lassiter. Dr. Lassiter graduated from Covington High School and received his bachelor's degree in animal husbandry from the University of Georgia...
James V. Harper
Aug 9, 2012
Access RoadJames V. Harper of Oxford, passed away August 9, 2012, at the age of 69. "Buddy", or "Fats", as he was often called, worked for Lithonia Lighting for more than 35 years, as well as a sub-contractor with AT&T for 10 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. Mr. Harper loved his family, and always enjoyed their family cookouts....
Mike Lowe
Aug 8, 2012
Mike Lowe of Oxford, passed away August 8, 2012, at the age of 50. Mike was a veteran of the United States Navy. He worked as an electronic technician, for Atlanta Repair Depot, for more than 25 years. He was a Ham Radio Operator, and loved working on electronics even as a hobby. He enjoyed camping and watching the History...
Barbara Annette Aiken
Aug 5, 2012
Barbara Annette Aiken died peacefully with her family at her side on August 5, 2012. She was born in Jackson, GA, on October 18, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Howard and Ruth Greer of Jackson. In 1949 she married William Roy Aiken, Jr., of Covington. He predeceased her in 2011. She was also predeceased by her daughter,...
Tammy Pauline Roper Dvorak
Aug 2, 2012
Tammy Pauline Roper Dvorak of Oxford, passed away August 2, 2012, after complications during surgery. She was 42 years old at the time of her death. Tammy served Covington and Newton County as an emergency dispatcher for four years. Her main interest was being a mother, and it saddens us that Tammy left so soon. She is loved, and will...
Melvin R. Whaley
Jul 31, 2012
Access RoadMelvin R. Whaley of Covington, passed away July 31, 2012, at the age of 71. Mr. Whaley was a veteran of the United States Army, and served his country during the Vietnam War. He worked for Mobil Chemical for 25 years, before retiring as a supervisor at the age of 54. He enjoyed NASCAR, golf, and wrestling. Mr. Whaley...
Rita Labowicz
Jul 29, 2012
Rita Labowicz Rita Labowicz passed away July 29, 2012, at her home in Covington. She was 56 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Labowicz was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Betty Hinman, and a brother, Joseph Hunt. She loved to spend time with her grandson, Christopher. She also enjoyed spending time with her...
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