Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Dec 31, 2021

James Claude “Bubba” Russell, of Covington, passed away Friday, December 31, 2021, at the age of 81. Mr. Russell never met a stranger and enjoyed talking and telling jokes. He loved food, enjoyed a good buffet, grocery shopping, and was an honorary patron of Tubby Toms. Mr. Russell liked to collect cars, baseball caps, and watches, and in his...

Dec 31, 2021

Linda R. Batchelor, of Covington, passed away Friday, December 31, 2021, at the age of 76. Mrs. Batchelor was a wonderful homemaker and took immense pride in raising her children. She loved the peace and contentment she had with her husband, Leonard, by her side. In her free time, Mrs. Batchelor liked to cook, sew, flower garden, and spend...

Dec 31, 2021

Harry Elwood Ragan, Sr., of Social Circle, passed away Friday, December 31, 2021, at the age of 66. Mr. Ragan was the proud owner and operator of H.E. Ragan, Inc. for 25 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, taking trips to the beach, and spending time with his family. Mr. Ragan was also well known for his firework shows at...

Dec 28, 2021

Lula Vaughn Smith, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at the age of 95.

Lula was born August 3, 1926, in Jefferson County to Walter Cox & Sally Holton Cox. Lula graduated high school in 1943 and went on to UGA where she received a degree in business, which began her many endeavors.

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Dec 26, 2021

Barbara Brown, of Mansfield, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021, at the age of 76. Mrs. Brown enjoyed traveling, especially to the mountains. She liked playing bingo. Additionally, Mrs. Brown loved spending time outdoors fishing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy Morris Warr; son, Todd Hooks; and parents, Bessie Mae and Charlie Albert Francis.

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Dec 25, 2021

Terry Patton, of Covington, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021, at the age of 70. Mr. Patton enjoyed attending car shows, listening to Elvis, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Patton; father, Cecil Patton; sister, Jackie Patton; brother, Stanley Patton.

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Dec 25, 2021

Brenda Williams Rappé, of Covington, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021, at the age of 77. Mrs. Rappé was an educator for 42 years teaching high school in many counties such as Carroll, Elbert, Spaulding, Butts, Meriwether, and Newton County. She will be remembered as a devout Christian and a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Mrs. Rappé was preceded...

Dec 25, 2021

William A. (Bill) Brand, of Covington, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021, at the age of 90. Born December 21, 1931, in Jacksonville, Florida. Son and only child of William A. Brand, Sr., and Ruth Settle Brand moved to Atlanta six months later. Growing up West End he graduated from St. Anthony’s School in June of 1941. He went...

Dec 23, 2021

Patricia Garst, of Covington, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021, at the age of 59. Patty graduated from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College with a Veterinary Assistant degree.  She performed her externship at her grandmother's farm, Lena Turner, in Bruce, Mississippi. Patty assisted with the births of many calves. She later would earn her Bachelors Degree in the Arts from...

Dec 22, 2021

Austin Michael Thomas, of McDonough, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at the age of 26. Mr. Thomas was employed by Thomas Brothers Hydro for two years. He was a graduate of Faith Christian Academy, in McDonough. Mr. Thomas was a talented artist, even as young as 8 years old. He was an avid skateboarder and enjoyed motorsports and...

Dec 21, 2021

Susan Elaine White Benton, of Jackson Georgia, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at the age of 73. Her husband of almost 54 years, Bobby Benton, was at her side holding her hand as she entered into the presence of the Lord. Susan and her husband were members of Rock Springs Presbyterian Church for 47 years, where she served...

Dec 20, 2021

Steven Daryl Connell, Sr., of oxford, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021, at the age of 63. A lifelong resident of Newton County, Mr. Connell was a 1975 graduate of Newton County Comprehensive High School and a member of the Local 48 Insulator’s Union. He was a car enthusiast and enjoyed working on them and in his younger years...

Dec 18, 2021

Celest Nicole James, of Oxford, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021, at the age of 27. Celest had a heart of gold and was everyone’s best friend. She was sweet, kind, and always put others before herself. Seeing Celest’s wonderful smile would make anyone’s day better. She loved family and children unconditionally.

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Dec 18, 2021

Winston Edward Sweat, of Covington, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021, at the age of 74. Mr. Sweat was a proud patriot and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He retired from Mobile Chemicals after over 25 years of employment. After his retirement, Mr. Sweat went on to work for General Mills for 16...

Dec 17, 2021

Colleen White, of Covington, passed away Friday, December 17, 2021, at the age of 83. Mrs. White was born Saturday, April 23, 1938, in Conyers. She was the daughter of the late Floyd Garner and Ruby Persall Garner. Mrs. White was the wife of the late George O. White and mother to the late Mary Beth White and Matthew...

Dec 14, 2021

Tamie Hinson, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at the age of 42. Tamie was a 1997 graduate of Faith Academy. She loved school and was a proud spelling bee champion in the 5th grade. Tamie enjoyed swimming and singing karaoke. She had a kind heart and was always willing to help anyone in need and supported...

Dec 14, 2021

Angela Renee Tipton, of Conyers, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at the age of 61. Mrs. Tipton was very creative and spent time doing arts and crafts. She specialized in sewing, working with stained glass, and painting. Mrs. Tipton also enjoyed cooking, gardening, and watching The Walking Dead. She loved going to the beach. Mrs. Tipton was preceded...

Dec 13, 2021

Anita Noles, of Smithville, Tennessee, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021, at the age of 75. Mrs. Noles was a past resident of Conyers, Georgia, for 34 years and had resided in Smithville, Tennessee for the last 3 years. She led a career in banking and accounting in Fort Stewart and in Conyers. Mrs. Noles was a proud spouse...

Dec 13, 2021

Herbert Allen Clark, of Oxford, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021, at the age of 81 at his residence. Mr. Clark was a proud patriot and served in the United States Navy. He led a successful career in the construction industry, aiding in the construction of many major buildings and high-rises in the Atlanta area, including Hartsfield Jackson International...

Dec 12, 2021

Mozell Fuller, of Tampa, Florida, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021, at the age of 91. A Graveside Service for Mrs. Fuller will be held Sunday, December 19, 2021, 2:00 P.M., at Oxford Historical Cemetery, Highway 81, in Oxford.

Governor Brian Kemp’s latest executive order has eliminated restrictions on large gatherings; however, CDC guidelines recommend social distancing...