Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Feb 4, 2022

Clarissa (Clarice) Simons, of Covington, passed away Friday, February 4, 2022, at the age of 90.  Ms. Simons graduated from Covington High School in May of 1949. She then married and lived on the University of Georgia campus in marital housing. Ms. Simons moved to Greensboro, North Carolina and resided there for 12 years. She moved to Gainesville in...

Feb 3, 2022

Bobbie Delores Roberson, of Conyers, passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022, at the age of 54. Delores dedicated her life to her grandchildren and teaching. She was an educator for Newton County for over 20 years. Delores had a big heart for animals and her foster dogs. She was a member of the daughters of the American Revolution. In...

Feb 3, 2022

Reginald Cyrus Helms, of Mansfield, passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022, at the age of 66. Mr. Helms enjoyed camping, especially in Tennessee and Hiawassee, Georgia. In his spare time, he loved to go fishing. Mr. Helms was a great cook, master on the grill, and grilled the best streak. Additionally, he considered himself a professional driver and always...

Feb 2, 2022

Patricia Louise Elliott, of McDonough, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at the age of 73. Mrs. Elliott owned and operated Pat’s Country Kitchen for several years and worked at Mamies Kitchen for many years as well. She was an accomplished cook and made the best homemade cakes. Mrs. Elliott was a member of the Moose Lodge in McDonough...

Feb 1, 2022

Benji Meredith, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the age of 62. Benji was an active member of Church at Covington for 29 years and was a dedicated employee at Kliklok Corporation for 43 years. Serving as care pastor at his church, he also served communion for several years. He was a great servant to God...

Jan 30, 2022

John Allen Hagler, of Buckhead, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022, at the age of 73. Mr. Hagler organized and was the chapter leader of GWRRA. He loved riding motorcycles and loved taking road trips on his bike. When he wasn’t riding his motorcycle, Mr. Hagler enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden, taking his grandchildren fishing, and loved watching...

Jan 30, 2022

Elsie Terry Haigwood, age 77, of Mansfield, passed peacefully into eternal rest on January 30, 2022. She is preceded by her parents, John and Eunice Terry; brothers, Harold, Alan, Jimmy, Harlin, and Bobby Terry; sister Shirley Terry; and husband of 50 years, Larry M. Haigwood.

Elsie worked as a lab technician for Hercules, Inc., in Covington, for...

Jan 29, 2022

Patricia Hegwood Gillespie, of Stockbridge, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2022, at the age of 80. Mrs. Gillespie was very involved with Newton Baptist Church, helped out with the nursery, was in charge of the activities for the ambassador program, and in the church choir. She was employed by Rockdale County School System. Mrs. Gillespie was a big Georgia...

Jan 28, 2022

Robert “Bobby” Parker, a lifelong Covington resident, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022, at the age of 82. Mr. Parker retired from Pactiv as a truck driver. Although having a quiet nature, he was kindhearted and a hardworking man that loved his family. Mr. Parker was preceded in death by his parents, Florence and Elwood Lester Parker; sister, Jocile...

Jan 27, 2022

John Wesley Davis, of Newborn, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022, at the age of 47. Mr. Davis was a very generous man that would give you the shirt off his back if he could. He would light up any room like a candle. Mr. Davis was very fun loving and enjoyed cutting up. He was an amazing friend...

Jan 26, 2022

Betty Tuggle, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at the age of 96. Mrs. Tuggle served God at High Point Baptist Church, where she was a member for over 77 years. She was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord. Mrs. Tuggle was an avid choir member, Bible school teacher, and Sunday school teacher all her life...

Jan 26, 2022

We lay to rest our most wonderful mother, grandmother, and wife, Martha Jean Carter, who went to be with our Savior Jesus Christ on January 26, 2022. Martha’s strength of character and lovingkindness made her the center of gravity in the lives of her family to whom she was unselfishly devoted and she ardently loved. Her thoughtful and generous...

Jan 26, 2022

Jeanne Ellen Anderson, of Covington, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at the age of 80. Ms. Jeanne was preceded by her husband, Jerry Edwin Anderson, and her parents David Colvin Thomas and Dorothy Louise Thomas. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Ms. Jeanne was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. Ms. Jeanne was an accomplished seamstress, a...

Jan 25, 2022

Sherry Monroe, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at the age of 82. Mrs. Monroe grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and for the last 57 years she resided in the Metro Atlanta area, most recently living in Hiawassee. She retired from Keebler after many years of dedication. In her spare time, Mrs. Monroe enjoyed visiting the...

Jan 24, 2022

Brian Marlin Allen, of Conyers, passed away Monday, January 24, 2022, at the age of 48. Brian was a proud Alumni of Mercer University. Family was most important to him and spending time at home with them is what he enjoyed most. In addition, Brian was a huge fan of Alabama Football and loved to cheer them on.

Jan 23, 2022

Fred Thomas Reynolds, of Newnan, passed away at the age of 54. Mr. Reynolds served in the United States Army. He enjoyed watching Nascar, fishing, cookouts, and listening to Pink Floyd. Additionally, Mr. Reynolds took great joy in going to the beach, especially Panama City. He loved being outdoors in nature and doing yard work, as well as running...

Jan 19, 2022

Robert F. Bergbower, of Mansfield, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at the age of 76. Mr. Bergbower was a well-respected businessman and partner for Bishop & Bergbower Contractors. He was very inventive and a joy to work with. Mr. Bergbower would help anyone in need. He had a fantastic sense of humor, a contagious laugh, and enjoyed kidding...

Jan 19, 2022

Doris Garrison, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at the age of 76. Ms. Garrison was a member of Word of Life Tabernacle where she taught Sunday School for over 30 years and had a huge impact on thousands of children’s lives. She was a switchboard operator for over 30 years. Ms. Garrison enjoyed going on cruises...

Jan 19, 2022

Alton Howard Jordan, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at the age of 89. Mr. Jordan proudly served in the United States Army and was a member of East Newton Baptist Church where he served as deacon and taught Sunday School Class. He loved his church and would do anything they needed. Mr. Jordan was a dedicated...

Jan 19, 2022

Robbie Alderman Lathem went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on January 19, 2022. One month earlier, she had celebrated her 90th birthday surrounded by family. Robbie was born on December 20, 1931, in Pavo, Georgia to Robert Brannon Alderman and Gladys Carwee Alderman. The oldest of three children, she was raised in Griffin, Georgia...