Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Jessie Mae Roseberry
Mar 24, 2010
Access RoadJessie Mae Roseberry, of Covington, died March 24, 2010, at Riverside Health Care Center, at the age of 95. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dolfus Brown and Vanilla Wise Weaver, and her husband, Leroy Roseberry Survivors include daughter, Clara Trivett; daughter-in-law, Eva Roseberry both of Covington; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; sister, Atrice Printup...
Jean Craven Payton
Mar 24, 2010
Floyd StreetJean Craven Payton of Lake City, GA, passed away March 24, 2010, at the age of 71. Mrs. Payton was born in Rutledge, and raised in Porterdale. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Payton. Survivors include her sons, Chris Craven of Lake City, Wayne Craven and Vicki of Grantville, Jeff Craven and Reggie of Pensacola, FL;...
David R. Little
Mar 22, 2010
Floyd StreetDavid R. Little of Covington, passed away at the age of 54. Mr. Little loved working with his show dogs, and enjoyed reading, fishing and playing pool. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Kane Mecomber; and his parents, Stanley and Rosa Belle (Compton) Little. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Belinda and Wayne Mecomber; son and daughter-in-law,...
Jesslyn Anne Lecoq Shirah
Mar 20, 2010
Access RoadJesslyn Anne LeCoq Shirah of Covington, passed away March 20, 2010, at the age of 75. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, in Covington. Mrs. Shirah retired from Newton Medical Center in 1988, after 18 years of dedicated service. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandbabies. Mrs. Shirah was a loving and devoted wife,...
Keith Williams
Mar 19, 2010
Access RoadKeith Williams of Covington, passed away March 19, 2010, at the age of 60. He was a member of Julia A. Porter United Methodist Church. He loved riding his Harley Davidson, being with family, but most of all he loved the Lord. Keith was a devoted and loving husband, daddy and Papa. He was preceded in death by his...
Robert E. (Bob) Williams
Mar 17, 2010
Access RoadRobert E. (Bob) Williams of Covington, passed away March 17, 2010, at the age of 77. He was a very active member of First Baptist Church of Covington, The Gideons International, and the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Williams was well-known for his work as an insurance agent with both Globe Life Insurance Company and United American Life Insurance Company. He...
Dorothy D. Meier
Mar 17, 2010
Dorothy D. Meier of Conyers, GA, formerly of Arlington Heights, IL, went to be with her Lord, March 17, 2010, at the age of 92. She enjoyed traveling and gardening. Mrs. Meier was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred W. Meier; and her parents, Charles and Ruth (Hines)...
Frances M. Boulis
Mar 16, 2010
Access RoadFrances M. Boulis, of Covington, died March 16, 2010 at Newton Medical Center, at the age of 85. Daughter of the late Darling Cleveland and June Audrey Scott Phillips, she worked in the Navy PX and War Assets in her younger years, then was the owner and operator of her own beauty shop. Later she worked as a Realtor...
Gary Darby
Mar 16, 2010
Gary M. Darby of Berryville, VA, passed away March 16, 2010, at the age of 46. Mr. Darby enjoyed hunting and fishing in his free time. He was preceded in death by his brother, Glen A. Darby. Survivors include his daughters, Katy Darby of Jonesboro, Emily Darby, Shannyn Darby, both of Conyers; mother, Patricia Mae Maddox Darby of Ashburn, VA;...
William D. Rainey
Mar 15, 2010
Access RoadWilliam D. Rainey of Decatur, passed away March 15, 2010, at the age of 88. Mr. Rainey was a member of Union United Methodist Church, in Stockbridge. Mr. Rainey was a devoted husband for over 62 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Odus and Beulah Long Rainey. Survivors include his loving wife, Maggie Almand Rainey of...
Michael (Tim) Harris
Mar 14, 2010
Access RoadMichael (Tim) Harris, of Oxford, passed away March 14, 2010, at Athens Regional Hospital and went home to meet his Lord and Savior. He graduated from Loganville High School in 1975, and was self-employed. His life centered on his love for God and his family. Mr. Harris was preceded in death by his father, Norman Harris. Survivors include son,...
Beatrice Powell
Mar 13, 2010
Floyd StreetBeatrice Powell, of Conyers, died March 13, 2010, at Rockdale Medical Center, at the age of 73. Ms. Powell was preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca (Becky) Powell and brother, Bobby Smith. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, David W. and Deborah Hayes of Covington, Billy Ray and Emmanuelle Powell of Stockbridge; six grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; sisters, Phyllis Leach,...
K. Glenn Lawson
Mar 11, 2010
Access RoadK. Glenn Lawson, of Oxford, GA, died March 11, 2010, at Newton Medical Center, at the age of 66. Son of the late Hubert Glenn and Lucille George Lawson, he had a Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry from Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC, and had worked for C. R. Bard for 29 years and was instrumental in the...
James O. Ashworth,
Mar 8, 2010
Access RoadJames O. Ashworth, Jr., of Social Circle, died March 8, 2010, at Newton Medical Center, at the age of 78. Son of the late James O., Sr. and Elizabeth Henderson Ashworth, he retired from Ford Motor Company after 33 years of service and enjoyed square dancing, golf, and camping. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Ashworth of Social Circle; daughter,...
Anthony Michael Barrow
Mar 8, 2010
Access RoadAnthony Michael Barrow, of Covington, died March 8, 2010, at Grady Health System, at the age of 21. Mr. Barrow enjoyed playing baseball and golf. He was known for his infectious smile and was a loving father, son, grandson and brother. Survivors include his son, Aiden Barrow of Covington; mother, Delia Barrow of Monroe; father, Wade Barrow; sister, Cynthia...
Ruby L. Sullivan
Mar 3, 2010
Access RoadMrs. Ruby L. Sullivan of Covington, passed away March 3, 2010, at the age of 84. She attended County Line Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School for many years. Mrs. Sullivan enjoyed gardening and doing word searches. Most important to her was her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Sullivan and her husband, Robert would have celebrated...
Opal Odette Fowler
Mar 2, 2010
Access RoadOpal Odette Fowler, of Mansfield, died March 2, 2010, at Newton Medical Center, at the age of 80. Daughter of the late Jacob Aaron and Sally Avery Cleghorn, she was a member of First United Methodist Church of Stockbridge but locally attended The Church at Covington. Mrs. Fowler retired from Southern Bell Telephone Company with over 35 years of...
Mildred Louise Adams
Feb 26, 2010
Access RoadMildred Louise (Garner) Adams, of Covington, died February 26, 2010, at Hospice Atlanta, at the age of 79. Daughter of the late Benjamin F. and Daisy Hall Garner, she enjoyed her family, her flowers and enjoyed going to Casinos. Mrs. Adams was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Edward Adams Sr., daughter, Linda Sue Adams Littleton, and sister,...
Bertha Knight Thompson
Feb 22, 2010
Access Road Bertha Knight Thompson of Covington, passed away February 22, 2010, at the age of 80. She was a resident of Walton County for most of her life and was loved by the entire Cornish Mountain community. Mrs. Thompson was a member of Cornish Mountain Baptist Church, where she was active in Sunday school and the church choir. She...
Frances Louise Hembree
Feb 21, 2010
Access Road Mrs. Frances Louise Hembree, 77, of Covington, GA, passed away February 21, 2010. She was the wife of the late Harold Hembree, co-owner of Harold's BBQ, which has been serving Atlanta's community for over 65 years. Frances worked side by side with her husband for over 40 years. Frances never met a stranger, and she always tried to...
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