Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Susan Golden
Sep 5, 2010
Susan Golden of Covington died September 5, 2010, at the age of 48. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend to many. A child care professional, Mrs. Golden was assistant director of Primrose Academy, and enjoyed camping and gardening. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Eugene Long. Mrs. Golden is survived by her...
Jeannette Marion Smith
Sep 5, 2010
Smith, Jeannette Marion, 76, Snellville GA, died September 5, 2010 surrounded by her family. Jean was a member of Oak Road Lutheran Church Lilburn GA. She was born in Chicago, IL but lived most of her life in Atlanta area. She was devoted to her children and her entire family. She was loved by all and will be missed. She...
Roy Craig Evans
Sep 4, 2010
Mr. Roy "Craig" Evans of Conyers died September 4, 2010 from complications of pneumonia at the age of 60 after winning an 11 year battle of lymphoma and surviving 2 bone marrow transplants. Born in Atlanta, GA, he was Vice President of Evans Tool and Die and was a member of Crosspoint Christian Church and McDonough Christian Church. He was...
Ted W. Chancey
Aug 28, 2010
Floyd StreetTed W. Chancey of Covington, passed away August 28, 2010, at the age of 80. He was employed with Chancey's Shoe Shop, where he worked in shoe repair for a number of years; and with Consolidated Shoe Company, at which time he traveled throughout Alabama for a short time. Mr. Chancey loved collecting antiques and knives, and enjoyed trading...
James Thomas Duke
Aug 24, 2010
Access RoadJames Thomas Duke of Covington, passed away August 24, 2010, at the age of 79. James was a long time resident of Newton County and was a Korean War veteran. James worked for Bibb Manufacturing and Mobil Chemical. He loved gardening, working in his yard, and a good debate - which he never lost. He enjoyed coaching softball, and...
Virginia M. Kursaitis
Aug 19, 2010
Access RoadVirginia M. Kursaitis of Oxford, passed away August 19, 2010, at the age of 76. Mrs. Kursaitis was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, and sister; and was compassionate and giving throughout her life. She was comical, funny, and always ready to have a good time. Some of her most enjoyable moments were in front of a Bingo Card...
William "Billy" E. Bond
Aug 18, 2010
William "Billy" E. Bond of Covington, passed away August 18, 2010, at the age of 53. Mr. Bond served his country in the U.S. Army. He was very active in his church, and enjoyed taking care of his animals. Mr. Bond was very devoted to his daddy and mother, William Forrester and Mary Bond, caring for them until their death....
Milton A. Mclaney
Aug 17, 2010
Milton A. McLaney ("Coach Mac"), a long time, well known resident of Covington, died August 17, 2010, at the age of 82. He attended West Georgia College prior to serving in the United States Navy during World War II. After the War, he attended and graduated from the University of Alabama with a Degree in Education, then earned his Masters...
Catherine M. Meyer
Aug 13, 2010
Access RoadCatherine M. Meyer of Covington, passed away at her home, August 13, 2010, at the age of 98. Mrs. Meyer was a member of the Catholic Daughters, and long-time member of The Steuben Society of America, an educational, fraternal, and patriotic organization of American citizens of German background. She enjoyed traveling, bowling, and cards; but most important to her...
Marvin G. Newberry
Aug 12, 2010
Marvin G. Newberry, Jr., of Covington, passed away August 12, 2010, at the age of 66. Mr. Newberry enjoyed fishing, rebuilding computers and lawn mowers, reading his comic books, and he loved antiques. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin George and Louise (Bagley) Newberry; and his brother, Gary Newberry. Survivors include his fiancé, Sandy Newberry; children, Jackie...
Janice Fleming
Aug 10, 2010
Access RoadJanice Fleming of Covington, passed away at home August 10, 2010, at the age of 65. Mrs. Fleming was a member of Victory Baptist Church, in Loganville, where she loved singing in the choir. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, watching TV, going out for dinner, and traveling to the beach. She cherished her private time reading her Bible and teaching...
James "Jim" Franklin Moss
Aug 7, 2010
Floyd Street Location Mr. James "Jim" Franklin Moss, Sr. of Covington passed away on August 7, 2010 at the age of 75. He was born in Newton County to the late Frank Wright and Georgia Rena (Callahan) Moss in 1934, and was a member of High Point Baptist Church. He enjoyed making peanut brittle and sharing it with family and...
Eddie Lewis Kite
Aug 6, 2010
Access RoadEddie Lewis Kite of Newborn, passed away at home, August 6, 2010, at the age of 69. He loved the Lord and his family. His grandchildren were his pride and joy - the light of his life. Mr. Kite loved to talk to people, and he loved laughter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie Bruce and...
Mary Frances Mims
Aug 5, 2010
Access RoadMary Frances Mims of Oxford, passed away August 5, 2010, at the age of 85. Mrs. Mims enjoyed roller skating, traveling, and was considered an excellent cook. She and her husband, Kenneth, both enjoyed witnessing for the Lord. Mrs. Mims was a very devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar L....
Tony Morton
Aug 3, 2010
Grover C. (Tony) Morton of Covington, passed away August 3, 2010, at the age of 82. He worked as a Clerk for the U.S. Postal Service in Covington for 30 years. Mr. Morton served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He belonged to the American Legion, sang in the choir at Trinity United Methodist Church and led singing...
Ramona Alice Grissom
Aug 3, 2010
Access RoadRamona Alice Grissom of Shady Dale, passed away August 3, 2010, at the age of 79. Mrs. Grissom was very active in Westminster,South Carolina, politics - becoming the first woman elected to serve on the town council; and was appointed to the State Reorganization Committee by the governor of South Carolina. She was very active in community service, and...
Bobby N. Durden
Jul 28, 2010
Floyd StreetBobby N. Durden of Loganville, passed away July 28, 2010, at the age of 78. He was a member of Corinth Christian Church, in Loganville. Mr. Durden was employed by Crawford Insulation & Fire Protection of Atlanta, for 35 years; and a member of the Local 669 Pipe Fitters Union. He enjoyed fox hunting and racing cars on dirt...
Robert Eugene "Bob" Litsey
Jul 27, 2010
Robert Eugene "Bob" Litsey of Social Circle, GA, formerly of Louisville, KY, passed away at his home, July 27, 2010, at the age of 66. He is preceded in death by his parents, Homer W. and Leona A. (Burkhead) Litsey; first wife, Bobbye Jo Litsey; and his brother, Larry W. Litsey. Mr. Litsey owned and operated Sunshine Medical, Inc., in...
Rachel N. Coody
Jul 17, 2010
Access RoadRachel N. Coody of Covington, passed away July 17, 2010, at the age of 79. She was a member of High Point Baptist Church, in Covington, for over 50 years. Mrs. Coody enjoyed sewing, quilting, cooking, fishing, camping, and painting with her sisters. She loved to travel with her sisters, and spending time outdoors where she enjoyed nature -...
Billy Carl (B.C.) Crowell
Jul 16, 2010
Access RoadBilly Carl (B.C.) Crowell of Covington passed away July 16, 2010. B.C. was born in Porterdale, GA on Sept. 9, 1923 to the late Homer Guy and Thelma Miller Crowell. A natural athlete, he received a baseball scholarship to Oglethorpe University where he lettered in both baseball and football and was named to the Blue Key Honor Society. In...
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